This classic work, originally written in the 19th century, remains one of the valuable volumes on this subject. Smeaton's work is divided into three parts:

• a biblical survey of the old and new testament to show the constant exhibition of the Holy Spirit
• a brief outline of the Church's dogmatic view of the Spirit
• and an overview of the history from the Apostolic Age to 19th century.

George Smeaton (1814-1889) was professor of exegetical theology at New College, Edinburgh.