Life of Matthew Henry - Williams - XVII - Chapter 14 concluded

Required reading
The life of Matthew Henry by J. B. Williams (Available from Amazon or free here) - Conclude Chapter 14.

My summary
Today we continue to learn about Henry's reading and writing.

Firstly we hear about his commentary on the whole Bible, including its reception.

Then remarks are made about his other writings including:
(i) work on baptism;
(ii) memoirs;
(iii) editions of his works.

Then Williams makes some attempt to discuss Henry's theological positions and the various influences on Henry, e.g. Baxter.

What grabbed me
I found very interesting this piece of information about the formation of Henry's mammoth commentary: 'Those persons to whom the Life of Philip Henry is familiar will recollect, that it was the daily practice of that eminent man, to expound, in his family, the Holy Scriptures in regular succession ; and to require from each of his children a written report of what was said. An opportunity of acquaintance with these, and other interesting manuscripts yet preserved, warrants the conclusion, nor ought it to be regarded as derogatory to the venerated Expositor, that in the Commentary, those admirable papers were fully, but very judiciously used.'

Evidently the commentary was begun at a very young age - much earlier than I had guessed!

Next week's reading
Read Chapter 15.

Now it's your turn
Please post your own notes and thoughts in the comments section below.