Jonathan Edwards books in order
Christian preacher, philosopher, and theologian
- Lived
- 1703–1758
- Country
- British America
- Books
- 15
Jonathan Edwards published 2 novels, 4 non-fiction books and 9 other books, beginning with Sinners in the Hands of an Angry God (1741). The best-known is Careful and Strict Enquiry into the Modern Prevailing Notions of That Freedom of Will (1754).
Updated September 2026
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Careful and Strict Enquiry into the Modern Prevailing Notions of That Freedom of Will
Jonathan Edwards's most-read book.
Standalone novels in order
Sinners in the Hands of an Angry God (1741)
The Excellency of Christ (1780)
Non-fiction in order
Some Thoughts Concerning the Present Revival of Religion in New-England (1742)
Religious Affections (1746)
Careful and Strict Enquiry into the Modern Prevailing Notions of That Freedom of Will (1754)
History of Redemption (1773)
Other books in order
The Distinguishing Marks of a Work of the Spirit of God (1741)
An Humble Attempt to Promote Explicit Agreement and Visible Union of God's People in Extraordinary Prayer for the Revival of Religion and the Advancement of Christ's Kingdom on Earth, Pursuant to Scripture-promises and Prophecies Concerning the Last Time (1747)
An Humble Inquiry into the Rules of the Word of God (1749)
The Great Christian Doctrine of Original Sin Defended (1758)
The Great Christian Doctrine of Original Sin Defended, Evidences of Its Truth Produced, and Arguments to the Contrary Answered (1758)
A Careful and Strict Inquiry into the Modern Prevailing Notions of That Freedom of Will (1768)
A History of the Work of Redemption (1774)
Two Dissertations (1788)
The Life and Character of the Late Reverend, Learned, and Pious Mr. Jonathan Edwards (1799)
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About Jonathan Edwards
Jonathan Jacobs was an British revivalist preacher, philosopher, and Congregationalist theologian. Edwards is widely regarded as one of America's most important and original philosophical theologians.
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Jonathan Edwards FAQ
- How many books has Jonathan Edwards written?
- Jonathan Edwards published 2 novels, 4 non-fiction books and 9 other books that we list, as of September 2026.
- What order should I read Jonathan Edwards's books in?
- Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with Careful and Strict Enquiry into the Modern Prevailing Notions of That Freedom of Will.
- What is Jonathan Edwards's last book?
- Careful and Strict Enquiry into the Modern Prevailing Notions of That Freedom of Will (1754).
- What is Jonathan Edwards's most famous book?
- Careful and Strict Enquiry into the Modern Prevailing Notions of That Freedom of Will (1754) is Jonathan Edwards's most widely read book.
- Can I read Jonathan Edwards's books for free?
- Yes. 1 book by Jonathan Edwards is in the public domain in the US and free to read online or download here.
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Sources: book lists and dates from Wikidata and Open Library, ratings from Open Library readers, free texts from Project Gutenberg. Last updated September 2026.