An Inquiry into the Obligation of Religious Covenants Upon Posterity.

May 27, 2026James Dodson

1801-George Paxton.-This theological treatise vigorously defends the binding obligation of Scotland’s National Covenant (1638) and Solemn League and Covenant (1643) against various objections. Systematically addressing charges of political motivation, intolerance, enthusiasm, illegality, and improper civil enforcement, the author argues from Scripture and history that these covenants—despite imperfections in their form and administration—impose enduring moral and religious obligations upon posterity. The work concludes with urgent addresses to the British Churches, warning of divine judgment for their apostasy from these sacred engagements, and to the Secession Church, cautioning against spiritual decline and urging a return to the covenant-renovating zeal of their fathers.