CONTENTS.

CHAP.

PAGE,

1. Observations concerning the existence of the Deity-Remarks on

the testimony concerning the genealogy, conception and birth of

Christ,

II. Remarks on the testimony concerning the events of Christ's life

from his infancy, until the time of sending out his Apostles to

preach and work miracles,

III. Remarks on the testimony concerning the events of Christ's life,

from the time of sending out his Apostles, until his arrival at

Jerusalem,

IV. Remarks on the testimony concerning Christ's life and sayings, from

his arrival at Jerusalem until he was betrayed,

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V. Remarks on the testimony concerning the trial and crucifixion of

Christ,

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VI. Remarks on the testimony concerning Christ's resurrection, his ap-

pearance after it, and his ascension,

VII General observations on the Four Gospels.

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