Letters Addressed to Caleb Strong, Esq., Late Governor of Massachusetts: Showing that Retaliation, Capital Punishments and War are Prohibited by the Gospel, Justified by No Good Principle, Not Necessary to the Safety of Individuals Or Nations : But Incompatible with Their Welfare, Inconsistent with the Christian Character, and Contrary to the Laws of ChristMiller & Hutchens, 1818 - 126 Seiten |
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