Aaron Crossley Hobart Seymour facts for kids

Aaron Crossley Hobart Seymour (1789–1870) was an author from Ireland and England. He wrote books about religion and also created hymns. Hymns are special songs often sung in church.

About Aaron Seymour's Life

Aaron Crossley Hobart Seymour was born in County Limerick, Ireland, on December 19, 1789. He was the older brother of Michael Hobart Seymour. Their father, John Crossley Seymour, was a vicar in the Church of Ireland. A vicar is a type of priest. Aaron mostly learned at home.

When he was young, Aaron became interested in a religious group. This group was started by Selina Hastings, who was a Countess. Around the year 1850, he moved to Italy. He lived in the city of Naples for many years. In 1869, he moved back to Bristol, England. He passed away there in October 1870.

Aaron Seymour's Writings

Aaron Seymour's first book was called Vital Christianity. It came out in 1810. This book was a series of letters about religion. It was written for young people. A second edition of the book was printed in 1819.

His hymns were included in Vital Christianity. Some of these songs became very popular. In 1816, Seymour also published a book about Charlotte Brooke. This book was added to a collection of her Irish poems.

In 1839, he released his book Life and Times of Selina, Countess of Huntingdon. This book told the story of the Countess who started the religious group he joined. He also helped to edit a book about George Whitefield. George Whitefield was another important religious leader.

Aaron Seymour was very interested in hymns. This study is called hymnology. He helped Josiah Miller with his book, Singers and Songs of the Church. This book was about different hymn writers and their songs.

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