Edmund Cosyn facts for kids
Edmund Cosyn was an English scholar and important leader at Cambridge University in the mid-1500s. He was a Catholic during a time when England's religion was changing a lot.
Early Life and Education
Edmund Cosyn was born in Bedfordshire, England. He started his studies at King's Hall, Cambridge, which was a college at the university. He worked there as a "Bible clerk," helping with religious texts.
He earned several degrees from Cambridge University:
- Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in 1535
- Master of Arts (M.A.) in 1541
- Bachelor of Divinity (B.D.) in 1547
Roles at Cambridge and Beyond
Edmund Cosyn held many important jobs during his career. He was a fellow at several colleges, including King's Hall, St. Catharine's Hall, and Trinity College, Cambridge. A "fellow" is a senior member of a college who teaches and does research.
During the time of Queen Mary I, he became the Master of St. Catharine's College, Cambridge. Being a Master meant he was the head of the college. This role also brought him other positions, like leading churches in places like Fakenham and Oxburgh in Norfolk.
He also worked as a chaplain for Bishop Bonner in London. A chaplain is a religious leader who serves a specific person or group. In 1558, he was chosen as the Vice-Chancellor of Cambridge University. This was a very high position, making him one of the main leaders of the entire university.
Challenges and Exile
When Elizabeth I of England became queen, England's official religion changed from Catholic back to Protestant. Because Edmund Cosyn was a strong Catholic, he refused to change his beliefs.
In 1560, he had to give up all his jobs and positions. He moved to Caius College, Cambridge, in 1564 to live quietly. However, four years later, he was called to answer questions about his faith. Instead of changing his beliefs, he chose to leave England. He went to live in other countries in Europe around 1576. After that, there are no more clear records of his life.
