p. 176 | Review and Herald, Vol. 32, No. 12. (9/15/1868)

Earlier text: THE CAMP-MEETING AT WRIGHT

Bible Statistics.

A “READER” of Zion’s Herald sums up the statistics of the Bible thus:

The Scriptures have been translated into 148 languages and dialects, of which 121 had, prior to the formation of the British Foreign Bible Society, never appeared. And 25 of those languages existed without an alphabet, in oral form. Upwards of 43,000,000 of those copies of God’s word are circulated among not less than 600,000,000 of people.

The first division of the divine orders into chapters and verses, is attributed to Stephen Langton, Archbishop of Canterbury, in the reign of King John, in the latter part of the 12th century, or beginning of the 13th. Cardinal Hugo, in the middle of the 13th century, divided the Old Testament into chapters as they stand in our translation. In 1661, Athias, a Jew of Amsterdam, divided the sections of Hugo into verses—a French printer had previously (1561) divided the New Testament into verses as they now are.

The Old Testament contains 39 books, 929 chapters, 23,214 verses, 592,439 words, 2,738,100 letters.

The New Testament contains 27 books, 260 chapters, 7,950 verses, 182,253 words, 933,380 letters.

The entire Bible contains 66 books, 1,189 chapters, 31,175 verses, 77,692 words, 3,566,480 letters.

The name of Jehovah, or Lord, occurs 6,855 times in the Old Testament.

The word “and” occurs in the Old Testament 35,543 times.

The middle book of the Old Testament is Proverbs. The middle chapter is the 29th of Job.

The middle verse is 2 Chronicles, 30th chapter, and 17th verse.

The middle book of the New Testament is 2 Thessalonians.

The middle chapters are Romans 13 and 14. The middle verse is Acts xi, 7.

The middle chapter and the least in the Bible is Psalm cxvii.

The middle line in the Bible is 2 Chronicles i, 26.

The least verse in the Old Testament is 1 Chron. i, 1.

The least verse in the Bible is John xi, 35.

The 19th chapter of 2 Kings and Isaiah xxxvii are the same.

In the 21st verse of the 4th chapter of Ezra are all the letters of the alphabet, I and J considered as one.

The Apocrypha (not inspired, but sometimes bound between the Old Testament and the New), contains 14 books, 183 chapters, 15,081 verses, 152,185 words.

The preceding facts were ascertained by a gentleman in 1718. Also by an Englishman residing at Amsterdam, 1772, and it is said to have taken each gentleman nearly three years in the investigation.

There is a Bible in the library of the university of Gottingen written on 5,476 palm-leaves.

A day’s journey was 33 and 1·5 miles.

A Sabbath day’s journey was about an English mile.

Ezekiel’s reed was 11 feet nearly.

A cubit is 22 inches nearly.

A hand’s breadth is equal to three and five-eighth inches.

A finger’s breadth is equal to one inch. A shekel of silver was about fifty cents.

A shekel of gold was $8.09.

A talent of silver was $516.32.

A talent of gold was $13,809.

A piece of silver, or a penny, was thirteen cents.

A farthing was three cents.

A gerah was one cent.

A mite was one and a half cents.

A homer contains seventy-five gallons and five pints.

A nepha, or bath, contains seven gallons and five pints.

A hin was one gallon and two pints.

A firkin was seven pints.

An omer was six pints.

A cab was three pints.

A dog was one-half pint.

The divisions of the Old Testament are four:

The Pentateuch, or the five books of Moses.
The historical books, comprising Joshua to Esther, inclusive.
Poetical or doctrinal books, from Job to Songs of Solomon, inclusive.
Prophetical books, from Isaiah to Malachi.

The New Testament is usually divided into three parts:

Historical, containing the four gospels and Acts.
Doctrinal, comprising all the epistles from Romans to Jude.
Prophetical, being the book of Revelation.

The commemorative ordinances of the Jews were:

Circumcision, the seal of the covenant with Abraham.

The passover, to commemorate the protection of the Israelites, when all the firstborn of the Egyptians were destroyed.

The feast of tabernacles, instituted to perpetuate the sojourning of the Israelites for forty years in the wilderness.

The feast of pentecost, which was appointed fifty days after the passover, to commemorate the giving of the law from Mount Sinai.

The feast of Purim kept in memory the deliverance of the Jews from the wicked machinations of Haman.

In 1272, it would have cost a laboring man thirteen years of labor to purchase a Bible, as his pay would only be 1½ pence per day, while the price of a Bible was £20.

RICHES DO NOT BRING HAPPINESS.

The pursuit of wealth is all-absorbing. If happiness for time and eternity depends upon the possession of riches, men could not seek them with greater avidity. What multitudes there are, who do not scruple to employ any means that promise to bring about the desired result! Yet if there is any one thing in which rich men are agreed, it is in bearing testimony to the fact that wealth does not secure even earthly happiness.

Years ago, we were acquainted with a farmer in Erie County. Beginning with nothing but his strong hands and industrious habits, he had bought farm after farm, until he owned some six or eight hundred acres of valuable land, besides some sixty thousand dollars in the bank, or put out on bond and mortgage. To one who talked with him about his prospects for the future, he frankly said: “When I was poor, I used to work hard all day, and walk, barefoot, three miles to prayer-meeting. Then I was happy. I enjoyed religion. But now I have no desire for religious things. I am all taken up with the world. My only aim is to make money. I am wretched; I know it—I feel it; but I cannot give up the world.”

Thus he lived, and thus he died. After his death, contentions arose in the family about the division of the property. Lawsuits followed, which continued for many years. The worst passions were aroused. One has said, “The parents lose their souls in acquiring property, and the children lose their souls in spending it.”

A neighbor to the person above referred to, himself an old man who had been successful in worldly pursuits,—seeing the bitter feelings engendered by the division of property among children, and the bad use they made of it; and seeing jealousies already springing up among his own children, said he “wished all his property was in such a shape that he could touch a match to it and burn it up.” Yet he was a kind-hearted man, and an affectionate father. How much better it is, both for ourselves and our children, that we lay up treasures in Heaven.—Earnest Christian.

Beasts of Prey in the Night

IN our adversity it is night with us, and in the night many beasts of prey range abroad that keep their dens through the day.

Walking Uprightly

Very few deceivers duly weigh that notable saying of the wise man: “He that walketh uprightly, walketh surely; but he that perverteth his ways shall be known.”

Rich in Faith, Poor in Spirit

REMEMBER, Christian, if you be poor in this world, you should be rich in faith; and if you be rich in this world, you should be poor in spirit.

Conference Department.

Exhorting one another, and so much the more as ye see the day approaching. Heb. x, 25.

This Department is designed to fill the same place in the paper that the Conference or Social Meeting does in the worship of God. Speak often one to another to comfort, edify and aid each other in the way of holiness and true Christian experience.

BRO. P. W. BAKER writes from Jasper Co., Iowa: Myself and wife have been keeping the Sabbath four months, and by the help of God we intend to observe it till our great Deliverer comes, although there are none of this faith near us. I love present truth. I long for the coming of my Saviour, when I shall meet the sleeping saints. Let us be faithful unto the end. As we prize life, let us seek after it; for the life that we now live is nothing compared to that which is to come; and ere long if we are faithful we shall taste its sweets, and forever enjoy the society of the redeemed.

SR. N. J. LUCAS writes from Maine: I want to say that I still love the weekly visits of the REVIEW. Indeed I should not know how to do without it. May the Lord abundantly bless all who provide a way for it to be sent to me, as I have no means at present to procure it for myself.

SISTER J. M. REYNOLDS writes from St. Jo. Co., Mich.: I feel a deep interest in the cause of truth. If I can say a word for the comfort or encouragement of any, my efforts will be well repaid. I have been instructed, fed, and comforted, by the many good things the brethren have written, and encouraged by the many testimonies in the Conference Department, and if what I may write will be of any account, I shall be gratified.

My sympathies have been with this people ever since I found a little company in Greenbush, about two years ago. I felt that they had the truth. This spring I went to Allegan where I have a daughter who with her husband embraced the truth under the labors of Elder Loughborough, thinking to learn more of this sect which was everywhere spoken against. I heard two interesting discourses from Brn. Andrews and Cornell in Allegan, and felt that it was truly good for me to be there. May the Lord sustain them in their arduous labors, and succor them in every trial and temptation.

June 6, I went to Monterey, and there heard Bro. and Sr. White. Truly I had a feast of fat things. What I heard of gospel was not the only blessing of that day. The beautiful sight of so many young persons setting out to serve the Lord, gave me joy unspeakable. Ye dear lambs, where are you now? Growing in grace and the knowledge of the Lord, I trust. It is the only safe path in this wide world for you, the only source of true comfort, and Jesus the only never-failing Friend. All testimony will go to prove this. Then with singleness of eye press toward the mark for the prize of the high calling of God in Christ Jesus. I hope to meet you there. Having heard a series of lectures from Bro. Kellogg of California, I returned to Sturgis, feeling that I had learned the way of the Lord more perfectly. I find one sister in Sturgis with whom I can take sweet counsel, and feel to say, Praise the Lord, O my soul, and all that is within me bless his holy name.

Business Department.

Not Slothful in Business. Rom. xii, 11.

Business Notes.

MRS. J. B. LAMSON: Nothing due.

ELD. S. B. WHITNEY: Don't find the name on the list. Your inquiry, however, is too indefinite, both as to time and place.

SARAH M. SWAN: The address you inquire for is Fowlers Mills, Geauga Co., Ohio.

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Cash Received on Account.

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Ch. at East Otis, Mass., $13.98, E P Kellogg 2.00, A Friend 5.00, G W Mitchell 5.67.

Received on Book and Tract Fund.

S W Hickock $1.00, Sarah J Merrell 2.00, N H Satterlee 5.00, E P Kellogg 5.00, E Rice 1.00, Edward Stafford 3.00, A Sister 4.50, Some one on Camp Ground at Wright, Mich., 5.00.

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General Camp-meeting in the West

Appointments.

And as ye go, preach, saying, The kingdom of Heaven is at hand.

General Camp-meeting in the West.

THERE will be a General Camp-meeting for the Ill. and Wis. Conference of S. D. Adventists, at Clyde, Whiteside Co., Ill., commencing Wednesday morning, Sept. 23, 1868, and continuing till Sept. 30.

We want to see a general turnout at this meeting, and we not only invite our brethren and sisters to attend, but would urge upon them the importance of breaking away from the cares of the world, and making an earnest effort to attend this gathering of the people of God. If you can see no possible way to leave your cares, you are the very ones that ought to come. Come, dear brethren and sisters, and let us seek God with all our hearts.

We want all to come prepared to take care of themselves, as far as possible. Churches and scattered brethren that have tents, will bring them; and those who have none, should obtain them. We would be exceedingly gratified to see forty or more tents on the ground. Bring your provisions, blankets, quilts, buffalo robes, &c. The church at Clyde will be glad to entertain lone pilgrims coming to the meeting, who cannot come prepared to care for themselves.

Those coming on the cars from the east or west will be met at Round Grove station, on Tuesday, Sept. 22, with teams to take them to the place of meeting. Those coming on the Racine and Mississippi R. Road, or on the river, should take the train at Fulton for Round Grove.

Hay and grain can be obtained on the ground, and straw will be furnished free. Bread, crackers, puddings, and fruits, as far as possible, will be provided on the ground.

There will be a full assortment of our publications at the meeting, especially the works that have been lately published; viz., Life Incidents, tracts, Objections to the Visions Answered, Testimony No. 16, Life of Bro. Bates, &c.

Bro. and Sr. White, and Bro. Andrews, will be present, the Lord willing.

We would cordially invite our brethren in Michigan, and especially those in Wright, to attend. Come, dear brethren, from all points, praying that God may meet with, and bless, his people.

CONFERENCE COMMITTEE.

Camp-meeting.

THE Seventh-day Adventists will hold a General Camp-meeting at Pilot Grove, Washington Co., Iowa, Oct. 2–7. Eld. J. N. Andrews and Eld. James White, also Mrs. White, design to attend this meeting. It is expected that there will be a general gathering from all parts of Iowa with tents.

Ample provisions for board and horse-keeping will be made upon the ground at reasonable rates. Those who wish to remain upon the ground, should provide themselves with blankets and buffalo robes.

The public are cordially invited.

HENRY NICOLA, Committee R. M. KILGORE, of G. I. BUTLER. Arrangements.

Meeting at South Lancaster, Mass.

AFTER due consideration we have concluded to have a meeting here, beginning Thursday evening, Sept. 24, and holding over Sabbath and Sunday. We hoped to have Bro. and Sr. White, or Bro. Andrews, to hold a meeting with us this fall; but there seems to be no prospect of this now; hence we cannot wait longer for that. This will be a general meeting for all the friends in Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Connecticut, and from Vermont; those who wish to come. We hope to have either Bro. Hutchins or Bro. Bourdeau with us. Now brethren and sisters, lay aside your business, and come up to serve the Lord. We want to see a general gathering. But for the scattered ones especially is this meeting designed. Many of you are starving and dying where you are. Make an effort to get out, and go home to serve God better, and with new interest.

The Monthly Meeting in Rhode Island, for September, is omitted, so that all may attend this meeting. There are but few of us at Lancaster; hence, those who come must take care of themselves, mostly. We can furnish you rooms, and a place to do some cooking, but you must bring your own provisions, and bedclothes, as far as you can. You can handily buy eatables here. Come Thursday to stay through the whole meeting of three days, till Monday. These meetings are often spoiled by brethren coming late, and going away early. Let it not be so here.

D. M. CANRIGHT, P. C. RODMAN, S. N. HASKELL.

BUSINESS AND PERSONAL.

By Editor

A limited space will be given under this head for Business Notices from the brethren, at 20 cents per line for each insertion. Parties must give good reference as to their standing and responsibility.

Wanted.

A SABBATH-KEEPING farmer; also a partner in a general retail store. For particulars, address SAMUEL KEEFER, Alma, Gratiot Co., Michigan.

Graham and Fine Flour

By Asa B. Atwood

FLOUR.—I will keep constantly on hand graham and fine flour. ASA B. ATWOOD, Skowhegan, Me.

Ohio and New York Conferences.

Just before going to press, we received a telegram from the General Conference Committee, stating that the Ohio Conference would be held October 16-18, and the N. Y. Conference, at Adams Center, October 23-26, 1868. The place for Ohio Conference, and other particulars, will be given next week.

A Sign of the Day of God

By Dudley Marvin Canright

D. M. C. The MS., “A sign of the day of God,” is received. Will be considered soon.

Maine Conference.

Our annual session of the Maine S. D. A. Conference will be held with the church at Norridgewock, Thursday, Oct. 8, at ten o'clock A. M. Norridgewock is five miles from Skowhegan, the terminus of the P. & K. railroad. Those coming by railroad can take the stage at Waterville or Skowhegan, and arrive at N. the same evening.

All our brethren and sisters will see that their S. B. pledges are all settled, and treasurers will see that their reports are sent in to the Secretary at an early hour.

Ample provision will be made. All are invited to come.

Per order of committee. L. L. HOWARD, Pres.

Monthly Meeting in the Eastern District, in Maine, will be held with the church in Canaan, at the Salisbury meeting-house, commencing Sabbath evening, Sept. 18, and holding over Sabbath and first day.

As this will be a pleasant time of the year, we hope to see many of our brethren and sisters at this meeting. Come with a mind and purpose to do God's will. Pray much that the blessing of the Lord may rest upon us. Per order of Committee.

The next Monthly Meeting of the churches of Pine Island and Greenwood will be held at Greenwood Prairie, where Bro. Gibson may appoint, Sept. 26, 1868.

The second will be held at Pine Island, Oct. 24. We hope all will make a due effort to come to these meetings. H. F. PHELPS.

The next Monthly Meeting of the Oakland, Johnstown, and Little Prairie, churches, will be held at Little Prairie, Wis., Sabbath and first-day, Oct. 3 and 4.

C. W. OLDS.

The next Quarterly Meeting for Wolcott, Vt., will be held the 3d Sabbath and first-day in Sept. Providence permitting, Bro. Orcutt will be with us in this meeting. Brethren and sisters from other churches are also cordially invited to meet with us. A. S. HUTCHINS.