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Publisher: Yale University Press (March 11, 2003)
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Jonathan Edwards is one of the most influential and remarkable figures in the history of Christianity. In terms of theological influence, none since Calvin had shaped the thought of evangelicals the way Edwards did. The works he published has carried on the tradition of Calvinism and has especially contributed to the Christian Hedonism of John Piper, Sam Storms, and others. His corpus of theological works is worthy of consideration for any serious theology student. Edwards was the premier theologian of the 18th century and there has yet to be a theologian to surpass his greatness since.However, Jonathan Edwards the theologian is only one title that only describes one aspect of his being. Jonathan Edwards was also a devoted husband, father, and missionary. His supreme love for God flowed over into every other aspect of his life.Because of his influence and example as theologian, husband, father, and more, Jonathan Edwards is worthy of studying his works and his life and if one is found without the other in a biography, the reader will come away disappointed. In fact, even approaching the authorship of a biography of a man like Edwards is an enormous task. What Marsden does in this biography of Edwards is he shows us Jonathan Edwards, the man. We see both his life and his theological works, and how the latter fits into the former. For such a polarizing and influential figure, Marsden remarkably “gets him.†This is why this biography must be considered the primary biography on Jonathan Edwards and can already be considered a classic.SummaryMarsden accomplishes the goal of painting an accurate and compelling picture of Edwards by examining the complete journey of his life. Marsden provides a holistic understanding of Edwards’ thought and personal struggles. Edwards’ teachings are brought out within the context of his life. What Marsden does throughout all thirty chapters is trace the life, ministry, thinking, and theology of Jonathan Edwards through various joys and struggles. Whether it is detailing taking over as pastor of Solomon Stoddard’s church, or describing the painful ousting of Edwards from the same post, Marsden honestly portrays Edwards as a man who adored the triune God and faced everything in his life with utter confidence in him. Marsden presents Edwards’ life in what seems to be three different sections.First, Marsden examines the childhood of Edwards. Here Marsden discusses his lineage by giving some background to his parents. Edwards’ mind is portrayed in this section in his pre-Christian state. Edwards’ conversion is described as happening over a period of time and not in an instantaneous moment. Edwards understood his conversion as he slowly grew spiritually.In the second section, Marsden chronicles a time of growth, reflection, and personal suffering for Edwards and his family when they were in Northampton. During this time, Marsden details Edwards’ relationship with David Brainerd as well as Edwards’ marriage to Sarah and the birth of his seven children. This section also gave space to the First Great Awakening where revivals hit America. Marsden discusses Edwards’ role in the spiritual explosion in Protestantism in America. It is here that Marsden demonstrates his candor and honesty when it comes to Edwards. He writes that Edwards probably overstated the extent of the revivals that happened in Northampton. Nevertheless, Edwards was a primary figure in the Great Awakening.In the third and final section, Marsden chronicles the latter years of Edwards’ life. Edwards goes from being a pastor to a missionary to Native Americans and then finally he takes the position of President of Princeton before his death. Marsden focuses on Edwards writing in this section and after a thorough look at Edwards’ life, his writings can be more accurately understood.One thing that is particularly helpful is the correct context that we are taken into. Edwards considered himself to be a citizen of Great Britain and was politically “pre-Revolutionary†(1). Edwards grew up in the colonial time of the New World. It was during this time that the First Great Awakening was prepped. As it was, Edwards viewed this arrival of revival as being a direct work of a sovereign God. From the initial overview of Edwards’ life to the summation of the legacy he left behind, Marsden carefully probes the history in such detail that this biography can be simultaneously viewed as a weighty history book. Marsden’s dwelling on the historical context gives great reliability and better understandability to the life and ministry of Edwards. To ignore the history of the time of Edwards is to miss the major influences on Edwards’ mind and ministry. Understanding any historical figure must be done so within the historical context in which he lived. Marsden takes readers into 18th century pre-Revolutionary America, which provides a much clearer portrait of Edwards. Critical EvaluationMarsden’s biography on Edwards is the premier Edwards biography and it seems that there are a few reasons worth mentioning. Firstly, Marsden gives fair attention to the life of Edwards and the works of Edwards. One is not forsaken for the other. Marsden would break away from the biographical life and look at Edwards the author as he chronologically approached his writing in the course of his life. As Edwards’ writing appeared in his life, so did Marsden bring it out. This is evidence of Marsden’s unparalleled research.A second major strength of this work is its overall historical prowess. While most biographies do well with the immediate historical context, Marsden goes above and beyond by deeply bringing out all of the historical significance of Edwards’ life and the time period in which he lived.A third strength is the unbiased tone and direction this biography takes. Biographies by nature are usually biased one way or another. Marsden accomplishes the goal he sets out in the preface to produce an unbiased portrait of Edwards (xvii, xviii). One example is Edwards’ removal from his pastorate at Northampton. The way Marsden presents the details of the decision to remove Edwards, the reader is forced to draw his or her own conclusions as to whether his removal was just or not. By avoiding bias, Marsden stands in the backdrop and allows Edwards to speak for himself through his words, writings, and actions.ConclusionJonathan Edwards: A Life is quite simply a masterpiece. There is no greater biography on this giant theologian. While this biography is self-admittedly not an exhaustive look at Edwards’ life, Marsden leaves little to be desired. If one wants to know Edwards the man, pastor, and theologian, he or she must look no further than Marsden’s work. Edwards is a figure who will always be talked about. This discussion has been greatly aided by the work of Marsden. This honest portrayal of a sinner redeemed by grace helps those looking back to Edwards not to idolize him, but actually learn from him—from his sins and from his devotion to the God he loved and adored.
I have heard this book highly praised by anyone who has read it. It's been called "one of the best biographies ever written." I've read a fair amount of Edwards lately, and decided it was time to get the full picture of his life. What an incredible experience!Marsden says, "one of my goals has been to understand him as a real person in his own time." (p. 2) He succeeds marvelously. I am guilty of gross historical inaccuracies in my thinking. I generally read my own circumstances back into the events of the past in more ways than I can even begin to realize: geography, population, theology, politics, education, etc. Marsden brings 18th century New England alive, and it is very different from what we are used to. In particular, he highlights the Englishness of pre-revolutionary New England, in contrast to our own Americanism. They had family based hierarchies. Boston was the hub, New York was just getting going. Schools that we view as ancient (Princeton) were just being born. The western edge of Massachusetts was the western edge of the "civilized world"! People were literally being kidnapped and killed by Indians, and the wars with the French were a constant tension. After reading this biography, I feel like I know the history of the period like I never have before. I understand the founding era of our country like I never have before. Combined with The Religious Beliefs of America's Founders)), I feel like I have a grasp of the facts, not just the popular simplifications of today.More important than early New England history, though, is that I now know Edwards, and he is inspiring. Marsden portrays him in all his depths. The depth and development of his thought is explored at length, in particular his philosophy and his theology. I was stretched intellectually by this treatment of Edwards's intellect. But this is not at all at the expense of the depth of his heart and his affections. I was moved to rapturous worship reading this biography. Edwards combined deep thinking about God with equally deep love and delight in God, and this shines through in this biography.The events of his life are given full detailed treatment all the way through. Even if you are familiar with most of the key events, this brings them to life like no conference message can. His character is displayed. He was a great christian, but he was also a sinner. This is no hagiography. The good shines forth brilliantly, and the sin (which Edwards himself deeply lamented!) is shown as well.Lastly, I must comment on Marsden's writing, which overlaps with his scholarship as well. This is an example of historical biography as exquisite art. Reading this book was at times a deeply aesthetic experience to be savored the whole way through. This is one of those books where 50 pages in you wish the book was twice as long, and realize that you will need to take care to relish every page.On so many levels, these and others as well, this book is a masterpiece. One of the best books I have ever read.
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