Beatitudes: An Exposition of Matthew 5: 1-12 [Paperback]

Thomas Watson (Author)

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Publication Date: May 1, 1971

Thomas Watson (c. 1620-1686) was an English, non-conformist, Puritan preacher and author. He was educated at Emmanuel College, Cambridge, where he was noted for remarkably intense study. In 1646 he commenced a sixteen year pastorate at St. Stephen's, Walbrook. He showed strong Presbyterian views during the civil war, with, however, an attachment to the king, and in 1651 he was imprisoned briefly with some other ministers for his share in Christopher Love's plot to recall Charles II of England. He was released on 30 June 1652, and was formally reinstated as vicar of St. Stephen's Walbrook. He obtained great fame and popularity as a preacher until the Restoration, when he was ejected for nonconformity. Not withstanding the rigor of the acts against dissenters, Watson continued to exercise his ministry privately as he found opportunity. Upon the Declaration of Indulgence in 1672 he obtained a license to preach at the great hall in Crosby House. After preaching there for several years, his health gave way, and he retired to Barnston, Essex, where he died suddenly while praying in secret. He was buried on 28 July 1686.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 307 pages
• Publisher: Banner of Truth (May 1, 1971)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0851510353
• ISBN-13: 978-0851510354
• Product Dimensions: 8.5 x 5.4 x 0.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 15.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,429,289 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A Purtian Classic; one of the best commentaries on the Beatitudes, December 28, 2009

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This is simply one of the best commentaries on the Beatitudes. It is too bad a reprint of this book is not offered in hard-cover. True to the great Puritan tradition, Watson insightfully presents much truth to ponder.

If you like this book I also highly recommend Martin Lloyd-Jones' book "The Sermon on the Mount."

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Inspired and Inspirational, September 10, 2011

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Daniel J. Doherty "Puritan Fan" (London) - See all my reviews
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Watson's insight into the law versus gospel understanding is life changing. The book is fill of memorable quotes and a demonstration of the joy of being a Christian.