5 Minutes in Church History with Stephen Nichols
On Edwards’ Porch
Oct 4, 2023
Jonathan Edwards, third president of Princeton University, had a short yet impactful tenure at the institution. This podcast dives into the circumstances leading to his presidency, his unfortunate death due to smallpox, and his final moments, burial, and belief in reuniting with his wife.
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- Jonathan Edwards reluctantly became the president of Princeton University and made a significant impact during his short tenure.
- Edwards' final words expressed his deep love for his wife and his unwavering trust in being reunited with her after death.
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Jonathan Edwards Reluctantly Becomes President of College of New Jersey
Jonathan Edwards, a minister and theologian, reluctantly became the president of the College of New Jersey (now known as Princeton University) in 1758. He initially did not want to leave his ministry in Stockbridge and had other writing projects he wanted to pursue. However, after submitting the decision to the Ministerial Association, he was persuaded to take the position for the potential impact he could have.
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