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A heaven or hell upon earth, or, A discourse concerning conscience by Nathanael Vincent.
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A heaven or hell upon earth, or, A discourse concerning conscience by Nathanael Vincent.
Vincent, Nathanael, 1639?-1697.
[14], 317, [3] p.
London : Printed for Thomas Parkhurst, 1676.
Wing / V409
English
Reproduction of the original in the Bodleian Library
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A heaven or hell upon earth, or, A discourse concerning conscience by Nathanael Vincent.
Vincent, Nathanael, 1639?-1697.
[14], 317, [3] p.
London : Printed for Thomas Parkhurst, 1676.
Wing / V409
English
Reproduction of the original in the Bodleian Library
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This book represents an authentic reproduction of the text as printed by the original publisher. While we have attempted to accurately maintain the integrity of the original work, there are sometimes problems with the original work or the micro-film from which the books were digitized. This can result in errors in reproduction. Possible imperfections include missing and blurred pages, poor pictures, markings and other reproduction issues beyond our control. Because this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment to protecting, preserving and promoting the world's literature.
346 pages, Paperback
Published December 13, 2010
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About the author
Nathaniel Vincent
36 books1 followerNathaniel Vincent (1639-1697) was a nonconformist puritan divine. His colleagues called him “smart…brisk and well-rounded as a minister of the Gospel, holding a facetious and jolly humor, as well as being a considerable scholar.”
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December 25, 2025
In all my Christian life, no topic has been as underdeveloped or undiscussed as the conscience. The role of the conscience cannot be overstated - both in terms of its effects on our mental and spiritual well-being. Vincent does an excellent job of defining the conscience, distinguishing between a good and bad conscience, and how to strengthen and utilize the conscience in daily life.
Vincent clarified two matter topics that I was not expecting. First, he distinguishes between a bad conscience and melancholy (or what we would call depression today). I would argue that some of our mental crisis today would fall under the umbrella of bad conscience, and Vincent provides excellent counsel to diagnosis it as such. Second, Vincent demonstrates the difference between the Holy Spirit and the voice of the conscience. Often, I hear someone say: “God told me [x].” Many times, these are ethical statements that would be better understood as the voice of conscience, and clarifying that point would help Christians navigate their own walk with Christ.
I would encourage any pastor or biblical counselor to read this book with pen in hand. The work can be dense in places, not because he is wordy, but because he is thorough. You will thank him later.
Note: I read the version by Northhampton Press.
Vincent clarified two matter topics that I was not expecting. First, he distinguishes between a bad conscience and melancholy (or what we would call depression today). I would argue that some of our mental crisis today would fall under the umbrella of bad conscience, and Vincent provides excellent counsel to diagnosis it as such. Second, Vincent demonstrates the difference between the Holy Spirit and the voice of the conscience. Often, I hear someone say: “God told me [x].” Many times, these are ethical statements that would be better understood as the voice of conscience, and clarifying that point would help Christians navigate their own walk with Christ.
I would encourage any pastor or biblical counselor to read this book with pen in hand. The work can be dense in places, not because he is wordy, but because he is thorough. You will thank him later.
Note: I read the version by Northhampton Press.
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