The College And The Higher Life: Baccalaureate Sermons (1905)

By Elmer Hewitt Capen

Book Overview

The College And The Higher Life: Baccalaureate Sermons (1905) is a collection of sermons delivered by Elmer Hewitt Capen, an American educator and theologian, to graduating college students. The book contains nine sermons, each addressing different aspects of the ""higher life"" that college graduates should strive for. Capen encourages the graduates to pursue a life of purpose, to cultivate a strong moral character, and to seek wisdom and knowledge beyond the classroom. He emphasizes the importance of faith and spirituality, and how they can help individuals navigate the challenges and uncertainties of life. The sermons cover a range of topics, from the responsibilities of citizenship to the role of education in shaping one's character. Capen draws on his own experiences as a college president and educator to offer practical advice and insights to the graduates. Overall, The College And The Higher Life: Baccalaureate Sermons (1905) is a thought-provoking and inspiring guide for college graduates as they embark on the next phase of their lives.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1437308813
• ISBN13: 9781437308815
• Release Date: November 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 304 Pages
• Weight: 0.90 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"