Charles Hodge Quotes

A collection of quotes by Charles Hodge.

Charles Hodge (1797-1878) was a renowned American theologian and academic. He is considered one of the most influential figures in the development of Reformed theology in the United States during the 19th century. Hodge served as a professor at Princeton Theological Seminary for over five decades and played a significant role in shaping the institution's theological perspective. Known for his staunch defense of orthodox Christian beliefs, Hodge authored numerous noteworthy theological works, including his magnum opus, "Systematic Theology." His contributions to Presbyterian theology and his impact on American religious thought remain influential to this day.

The ultimate ground of faith and knowledge is confidence in

The ultimate ground of faith and knowledge is confidence in God.

Charles Hodge


It is a thoroughly anti-christian doctrine that the Spirit o

It is a thoroughly anti-christian doctrine that the Spirit of God, and therefore the life and governing power of the Church, resides in the ministry, to the exclusion of the people.

Charles Hodge

Life Power People

If all Church power vests in the clergy, then the people are

If all Church power vests in the clergy, then the people are practically bound to passive obedience in all matters of faith and practice for all right of private judgment is then denied.

Charles Hodge

Faith

The functions of these elders, therefore, determine the powe

The functions of these elders, therefore, determine the power of the people for a representative is one chosen by others to do in their name what they are entitled to do in their own persons or rather to exercise the powers which radically inhere in those for whom they act.

Charles Hodge

Power