《罪的败亡:治死罪性的敬虔学术论文》普雷斯顿,约翰 Preston, John Sin’s Overthrow A Godly and Learned Treatise of Mortification

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A Godly and Learned Treatise on Mortification
一部关于治死罪的敬虔而博学的论著

Study the timeless wisdom of John Preston in “Sin’s Overthrow: A Godly and Learned Treatise of Mortification,” a profound work that guides believers through the essential Christian discipline of mortification.
研读约翰·普雷斯顿(John Preston)在《罪的倾覆:一部关于治死罪的敬虔而博学的论著》(Sin’s Overthrow: A Godly and Learned Treatise of Mortification)中所呈现的永恒智慧,这是一部引导信徒进入基督教核心属灵操练——治死罪(mortification,指靠着恩典治死罪恶情欲)的深刻著作。

With its origins in the rich heritage of Puritan spirituality, this treatise offers a meticulous exploration of the means and necessity of subduing sinful desires to live a life of holiness.
本论著根植于清教徒(Puritan)属灵传统的丰厚遗产之中,细致探讨了制服罪恶情欲的方法与必要性,使人得以过圣洁的生活。

Preston begins with a robust exposition on the nature and necessity of mortification, emphasizing its critical role in the believer’s life.
普雷斯顿以对治死罪之本质与必要性的有力阐述作为开端,强调治死罪在信徒生命中的关键地位。

He argues that mortification is not optional but a fundamental aspect of true Christian living.
他论证说,治死罪并非可有可无,而是真正基督徒生活中不可或缺的根本要素。

The treatise provides practical rules for examining one’s life to ensure that sins are being effectively mortified.
本论著提供了切实可行的准则,用以省察个人生命,确保罪恶正在被有效地治死。

Preston’s insights help readers identify and tackle various sins, from fornication to covetousness, with practical steps for overcoming them.
普雷斯顿的洞见帮助读者辨认并对付各样的罪,从淫乱(fornication)到贪婪(covetousness),并提供克服这些罪的实际步骤。

Preston teaches that mortification is a continual process that requires diligence and effort.
普雷斯顿教导说,治死罪是一个持续不断的过程,需要殷勤与努力。

He underscores the importance of aligning one’s heart with heavenly pursuits, fostering a mindset that esteems eternal over earthly things.
他强调使内心与属天的追求相一致的重要性,培育一种看重永恒、胜过属世之事的心志。

Drawing heavily on Scripture, particularly Colossians 3:5, Preston’s work is deeply rooted in biblical truth.
普雷斯顿的著作大量引述圣经,尤其是《歌罗西书》三章五节(Colossians 3:5),深深扎根于圣经真理之中。

He offers a clear, theologically sound argument that connects the believer’s union with Christ to the imperative of mortification.
他提出清晰且在神学上严谨的论证,将信徒与基督的联合,与治死罪这一命令性的要求紧密相连。

This treatise is designed to comfort and guide both new and mature Christians.
本论著旨在安慰并引导初信的基督徒与生命成熟的基督徒。

Preston provides encouragement by illustrating how even the most sanctified individuals must continually strive against sin, ensuring that no one feels alone in their spiritual battles.
普雷斯顿借着说明即便是最为成圣的人,也必须不断与罪争战,从而给予鼓励,使任何人在属灵争战中都不至感到孤单。

By detailing the benefits of mortification, such as increased spiritual joy and the ability to resist temptation, he motivates readers to engage in this discipline with the assurance that it leads to greater spiritual health and communion with God.
他通过详述治死罪所带来的益处,例如属灵喜乐的增长以及抵挡试探的能力,激励读者投入这一操练,并确信这将引向更健全的属灵生命,以及与神更亲密的交通。

“Sin’s Overthrow: A Godly and Learned Treatise of Mortification” is a seminal work that remains relevant for contemporary believers seeking to deepen their faith and live in greater obedience to God.
《罪的倾覆:一部关于治死罪的敬虔而博学的论著》(Sin’s Overthrow: A Godly and Learned Treatise of Mortification)是一部奠基性的著作,至今仍对渴望加深信仰、更加顺服神而生活的当代信徒具有重要意义。

John Preston’s eloquent writing and profound insights provide a valuable resource for anyone committed to the transformative journey of Christian mortification.
约翰·普雷斯顿优美而有力的文笔,以及深刻的洞见,为所有致力于基督徒治死罪这一更新生命之旅的人,提供了宝贵的资源。

Embrace the challenge and beauty of mortification through Preston’s timeless guidance and discover the profound peace and joy that comes from a life wholly surrendered to Christ.
借着普雷斯顿永恒不衰的指引,拥抱治死罪所带来的挑战与美丽,并发现那完全降服于基督的生命所结出的深沉平安与喜乐。


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Table of Contents
目录

  1. CHAP. I.
  2. 第一章

The Doctrine of Mortification.
治死罪的教义。

  1. CHAP. II.
  2. 第二章

Examine by these rules sins Mortification.
借着这些准则省察罪是否被治死。

  1. CHAP. III.
  2. 第三章

Mortification as evidence, and in every regenerate man there is a freewill to do good.
治死罪作为凭据,并且在每一个重生之人里面,都有行善的自由意志(freewill,指蒙恩更新后的意志能力)。

  1. CHAP. IV.
  2. 第四章

To teach us that no man is so holy, but he needs mortification.
教导我们没有任何人圣洁到一个地步,可以不需要治死罪。

  1. CHAP. V.
  2. 第五章

What it is to be earthly and heavenly minded.
何谓属地的心思,与属天的心思。

  1. CHAP. VI.
  2. 第六章

To reprove such as favor earthly mindedness, or inordinate affections.
责备那些偏爱属地心思,或放纵不正当情欲(inordinate affections)的人。

  1. CHAP. VII.
  2. 第七章

To exhort men to leave their earthly mindedness.
劝勉人离弃他们属地的心思。

  1. CHAP. VIII.
  2. 第八章

Motives to heavenly mindedness.
趋向属天心思的动机。

  1. CHAP. IX.
  2. 第九章

Marks to know whether we have lost our earthly mindedness.
分辨我们是否已经脱离属地心思的标志。

  1. CHAP. X.
  2. 第十章

To exhort spiritual minded men to grow more and more therein.
劝勉属灵心思的人在其中不断长进。

  1. CHAP. XI.
  2. 第十一章

How to mortify Fornication.
如何治死淫乱(Fornication)。

  1. CHAP. XII.
  2. 第十二章

How to mortify Uncleanness.
如何治死污秽(Uncleanness)。

  1. CHAP. XIII.
  2. 第十三章

How to mortify Evil Concupiscence.
如何治死邪恶的私欲(Evil Concupiscence,指败坏的情欲)。

  1. CHAP. XIV.
  2. 第十四章

How to mortify Inordinate Affection.
如何治死不正当的情感(Inordinate Affection)。

  1. CHAP. XV.
  2. 第十五章

How to mortify Covetousness.
如何治死贪婪(Covetousness)。

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