in the Society's College, during the whole period of his connection with it; and they feel it must be gratifying to him to know that he retires from the chair-which he has filled with so much credit to himself, and benefit to the students-with their sincere and cordial esteem.

The Committee are happy to state, that they have been enabled to secure the services of a gentleman eminently qualified to succeed Mr. Miller. The Rev. J. M. Charlton, M.A., of Totteridge, has accepted the offer of the Committee to fill the vacant chair, and commenced his lectures on the 21st of January.

If any additional inducement were needed, to lead the friends of Jewish Evangelization to lend the College liberal support, the Committee would direct attention to the statements of the first article in this number: it being obvious, that those who are to go forth as the expositors of Christianity must now, if ever, be well equipped and disciplined for their work. The advancing intelligence of the Jewish teacher, renders it imperative that the Christian missionary be not only a man of profound piety, but one of intellectual power.

EXTRACTS FROM THE MISSIONARIES' JOURNALS.

FROM A MISSIONARY AFTER ABSENCE FROM HIS DISTRICT.

CALLED upon Mr. P, whom I formerly knew, but as soon as I entered the room, I inquired after the health of Mrs. P- - I was struck with the melancholy appearance of the inmates, which my inquiry occasioned, and began to entertain fears that some misfortune might have befallen him, and upon further inquiry, I found Mr. P was no more. I was indeed affected by the scene before me: here was the poor widow bathed in tears, and there the son stood in a mournful posture, both lamenting in silence the great loss they had sustained. Alas, to them the consolations of the Gospel were still distant, and they could in no wise appreciate that alleviation which the heavenly teachings of Christ are so eminently calculated to give. After a brief pause, I addressed myself to them, and spoke of the importance of being reconciled to God, by the gracious provision he has vouchsafed to make, in the person of Jesus the Messiah, to which they listened with apparent attention. Of course it was no new subject to them, they had repeatedly heard it from me, and at one time, I had great hopes of that family, especially of the individual who is now in eternity. He was often wont, even in the noise of business, to retire with me into his little parlour, and there, with an anxious look, to inquire of me about the great hopes of the true believer in Christ; and well do I remember on one occasion the horror depicted on his countenance, when contrasting the gloomy prospects of the dying Jew with the legitimate hope of the bright future of a departing believer. He confessed to me, unreservedly, that he had never before considered the awful justice and holiness of God, and he shrunk from the thought of appearing before such a Being, polluted

with sin as he felt himself. In such a frame of mind, I would often bring before him the whole work of redemption by our blessed Lord, and show him, that according to the Word of the living God, this was the only and sure hope of all the holy men of old, and urge upon him the necessity of accepting the gracious offer before it was too late, to which he would sometimes listen with avidity, and express his belief in the Redeemer. But whether the Gospel has indeed proved a savour of life unto life to him, only that day on which all secrets shall be revealed can tell: I sincerely hope that it may be so.

Visited Mr. C————, who was very pleased to see me, and told me he had lately had a letter from his brother, who particularly inquired after me. It may be just worth mentioning, that the latter individual avowed his belief in a crucified Redeemer to me, and also to a minister of the Gospel some time ago; and it is indeed, a great satisfaction to know, that after such a lapse of time, and surrounded as he is by relatives who are exceedingly opposed to the truth, his convictions are not in the least shaken. This incident I have learned from his sister to-day, who told me of the exertions he used to make, and is still making, to bring his brothers and herself to read the New Testament, and examine the claims of Jesus, and he has in some measure succeeded. His brother was, at one time, very averse to speaking on any religious subject, and always viewed me with suspicion whenever he saw me enter his house. His conduct to-day, however, was such as bespoke a partial change; he willingly listened to what I advanced, and took great interest in it. I am convinced he reads the New Testament; and do not think his faith will remain slumbering wherever he may be. I have often seen him on former occasions, disputing with his brethren on behalf of Christianity, and subjecting himself often to great annoyance. How incomparable are the words of our Saviour, when He likens His kingdom to leaven, which silently operates, but never desists until it has affected the whole. We, indeed, may not always be permitted to see everything, but sure it is, the leaven of the Gospel will not remain inactive, and it needs only the breathings of the Spirit from above in order to give new life, and then we shall see a spectacle which shall at once dazzle and command the admiration of every beholder.

FROM MR. JAFFE.

My mission in this town begins to assume a more and more delightful aspect. The clouds which for some time threatened to impede my progress are being dissipated and already may be seen the benign influences of the Sun of Righteousness spreading far and wide. Many who formerly regarded me with suspicion and attributed my efforts for their spiritual good to some sinister motive, are beginning to see that their suspicions were groundless. A brighter day I believe is dawning, and signs unmistakingly proclaim a speedy emancipation of the house of Israel from the spiritual tyranny of unbelief in which they have been so long held. The missionary of the cross is no longer looked upon as a "troubler" of Israel, and a sower of discord and strife, but as the true friend of the people, and the messenger of "glad tidings of good things to come."

A Jewish family, of the name of came to reside here a few weeks ago. Mr. M- had been in the neighbourhood for some time, and I lived on very intimate terms with him. He told me that as he intended to send for his family and settle down in

B he would feel very pleased and esteem it a particular favour if I would come to see him as often as I could. I promised him to do so, and as soon as his family arrived I was introduced to each member separately, and from the short conversation I then had with them I discovered something very pleasing and hopeful about them. In my next visit I opened the doctrines of the Cross, and endeavoured to lead their minds gently to this all important theme. Although they knew my calling yet so strangely did my words seem to fall on their ears that the children gazed at each other with amazement, while the father, not altogether pleased, sat with his face towards the ground, and the mother, rather confused, looked at me with surprise; no observation, however, escaped the lips of any. I was allowed to speak for upwards of two hours without interruption, and when I left they urged me to call again in a day or two. I accordingly did so and was again cordially received. The subject of Christianity was again introduced by me, and was listened to with the deepest attention and interest. I observed the feelings of Mrs. M were greatly wrought upon, and every moment expected to hear some bitter denunciations escape her lips, but how greatly surprised I was to find that instead of malignant feelings, she breathed kindness and sympathy. "I have listened, sir," said she, "with deep interest to your conversation, and find it calculated to promote man's happiness and peace. You have certainly opened my eyes to see what I have never been able to see before; and to believe there is a transcendent beauty and glory in the religion of Jesus." Mr. M felt by no means pleased with these true and honest observations, and was, evidently, glad when the conversation closed. I have since been requested to instruct their children, and entertain the strongest hopes that through God's blessing some good will result.

Mr M, who about three months ago called upon me and asked me for a Testament, has this week embarked for America. I was truly sorry to part with this interesting young man. He seemed so sincere and earnest in his inquiry after the truth, that I felt, confident a great change had taken place in his mind. He studied the pages of the New Testament with the greatest delight, and deeply valued its holy doctrines. I saw him the day he left: he expressed the deepest gratitude for the pains I had taken with him, and hoped that he would be able to treasure up in his heart the valuable instruction that I had imparted to him. Once more I exhorted him to continue firm and resolute in his solemn inquiry, and then I commended him in prayer to the care and keeping of that God who is the support and shelter of all those who confide in Him.

FROM MR. SCHÖNBERG.-HULL.

I visited two Jews in the gaol. The first is a very simple young man, but willing to listen, the son of a Rabbi in Poland. I spoke to him concerning the Messiah, and he told me that he had read the tracts I had left him on a former occasion. I read to him the 5th chap. Matt. in Hebrew, and translated it to him. He listened with great attention; and asked me when I left him to come again to see him, as there is no one who cares for him. Mr. R. is an enlightened man; he studied in his younger days much of the Talmud, and had much to do with German merchants, by trading with them. I found poor R. locked up in a cell, standing with a book in his hand, catching the faint light which a little opening of about two inches wide admitted, and reading in that

book, which I found to be a Hebrew Bible. It was on the Sabbath day, when the Jewish prisoners do not work, and I stayed with him some length of time. The confession this man made was most interesting to me. He said, "when I entered these walls I thought that my frame would soon sink under the pressure of the treatment here; for I had been here once before for the same offence (smuggling), and I knew what I should have to do-to work hard the whole day, and not to speak one word; and especially as I had been in a state of ill health some months before. But I have found the Lord to be good indeed; amid all my troubles, I have enjoyed good health. I lament to say that I am obliged so eat unlawful meat, but I take it upon me as a judgment of God: for I had forgotten Him entirely, although I was taught to love and fear Him." I then asked whether God's purposes may not have been to put him in that solitary place in order to bring him to Himself? He answered "I think so too: for I had often promised and vowed, when in distress, to return to God, but I never did; but I will take it upon me once more." He then opened his Bible and showed me three marks in it, and told me that he was reading three portions daily-in the book of Moses, in the Prophets, and in the Psalms. The poor man knows little of Christianity. I asked him whether he would read the New Testament if I brought him one; he said, "Yes." I also told him that I had seen his wife in the poor-house. He was glad to hear it; he asked me to call on her again, and not to forget him. Mr. W. and his wife do both anxiously seek the way to Heaven. Mr. N., as his leader told me, walks in the fear of God. Mr. N. is very happy in the Lord; his theme is Christ and His religion. He is often lost in wonder as to the change of mind and heart that has taken place within him. He frequently says, "This is the operation of the Holy Ghost;" and I believe it most sincerely. I have had delightful seasons with the young man in listening to his experience. I will not give any instances, for I should not know where to begin; but it is sufficient for me to say that I believe he has laid hold on the Christian religion, not only mentally, but with the love of Jesus dwelling in his heart.

FROM THE FEMALE SCRIPTURE READER'S REPORT.

During the last three months, I have been very much encouraged. I have now ten more persons subscribing for Bibles (the entire Scriptures). For the last six weeks, I have had the pleasure of meeting with and instructing sixteen of the mothers of young Jewesses in my Bible classes. Both classes continue to be well attended.

FOREIGN MISSIONS.

THE following extracts, from communications by Mr. Manning, will be read with grateful interest. It is refreshing to see the budding of the true olive tree on its native soil, and to anticipate the day when "Israel shall blossom and bud, and fill the face of the world with fruit."

"Beyrout, December, 1851. "I am thankful to tell you that I am happy in my work and in excellent health. On my travels I gave you an account of the success

that appeared to be attending our blessed cause, and, since my return, I have had great cause for thankfulness, in the increasing numbers, both of Jewish and Gentile inquirers, and also of the young people in the school; thus encouraging the hope that the word of salvation is spreading. If my labours resulted in nothing more than the conversion of the young man Joseph, whom I have before mentioned, it would have been an abundant reward for my toil. Like most young converts, he is very anxious to impart the truth to others, and labours both in season and out of season. His concern, especially for his own deluded family, knows no bounds. Immediately on our return, and without saying any thing to me, he commenced an evening school, at the house of a friend, outside the town, near his father's, for the purpose, as he has since told me, of getting his two younger brothers to come and read the Scriptures; and he has the satisfaction of seeing a great deal of prejudice on the part of his parents removed, and his brothers committed to his care, and allowed to come every day to the school. Who can tell but that we may be made the instruments of the salvation of the whole family?

"But I must tell you, our troubles as well as our joys. In consequence of the failure of the periodical rains, occasioning great distress, water, in the town, is very scarce, very dear, and of very bad quality; which was, I believe, the cause of our late sickness. This week, a silk factory, belonging to an Englishman, employing 100 hands, has been stopped, to allow the water to pass on for the use of the town. Should the drought continue it will be dreadful, and you must not be surprised should you hear that I am gone down into Egypt; for the father of the faithful, and his son and grandson, were not able to abide the terror of a famine and its attendant evils. But I hope things will not proceed to this extremity."

"Beyrout, January 1st, 1852. "About eight months ago I was called upon by a very interesting young man, apparently under depression of mind, by the name of Abraham, who said that he had heard of my kindness in giving instruction in the doctrines of Christianity, and expressed a desire to be admitted with those who he knew attended me for that purpose. He said he was ashamed of the liberty he took, as he understood I received nothing for my trouble; but if I would accept of anything he was most willing to pay me, for he was in circumstances to enable him to do so. I told him that I was not in need of anything; that all my wants were supplied by the liberality of others, who would rejoice with me in the opportunity of doing them good, and esteem it a far more than adequate reward. Accordingly he attended; embracing other opportunities besides the appointed periods for our meeting, and very soon evinced a spirit of inquiry which left it beyond a doubt that he was sincere. Our course of reading was first, I remember, one of the Gospels, which I am always desirous that all should read at the beginning, that they may be acquainted with the history of our blessed Lord, and of which (though it may appear strange to you that such should be the case) there are many I assure you in this country who bear the Christian name, and even bishops and priests, who are entirely ignorant. Afterwards we read the Acts of the Apostles and some of the Epistles and the Book of Revelation, and subsequently some of the Prophets, as Daniel for instance, comparing it with the latter book of the New Testament; and it was delightful to see how