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.

Jonathan Edwards' Presidency at the College of New Jersey

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Jonathan Edwards' Final Weeks and Burial

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After the death of his son-in-law, Jonathan Edwards took office as the third president of Princeton University. Today, Stephen Nichols discusses the short yet impactful tenure that Edwards held at this institution.

Read the transcript: https://www.5minutesinchurchhistory.com/on-edwards-porch/

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