[Note: the following inscription is taken from the memorial page, since the picture only shows the tablet from its side.]
This monument is erected by the town as a tribute of affectionate respect to the memory of their deceased pastor, the Rev. Zabdial Adams, who died universally esteemed and respected March 1st, 1801, in the 62d year of his age, and 37th of his ministry. An active and capacious mind, nurtured by a publick education, rendered him an acceptable, instructive and useful minister. The asperities of his constitution were softened by the refining influence of Religion. With a heart and understanding formed for social life, he seldom failed to instruct and improve all who enjoyed his communications. In his ministerial performances, a ready utterance, commanding eloquence and elevated sentiments made him engaging and profitable. A Catholic belief of the Gospel, a respect and love of the Saviour and a confidence in the faithfullness of God, disarmed death of its terrors, and inspired a rational and certain hope of a glorious Resurrection. He was a burning and shining light, and we rejoiced for a season in the light.
