Henry Hamilton (priest) facts for kids
Rev Henry Parr Hamilton was a smart clergyman and mathematician from Scotland. He was the Dean of Salisbury for 30 years, which is a very important job in the church.
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About Henry Parr Hamilton
Henry Parr Hamilton was born on April 3, 1794, near Edinburgh, Scotland. His father, Alexander Hamilton, was a professor at Edinburgh University.
Henry went to Edinburgh University and later to Trinity College, Cambridge. He studied a lot and became very good at mathematics. He earned his first degree in 1816 and a master's degree in 1819.
His Work in Mathematics
Henry Parr Hamilton wrote two important textbooks about a type of math called analytical geometry. These books were The Principles of Analytical Geometry (published in 1826) and An Analytical System of Conic Sections (published in 1828). These books helped students learn about shapes and lines using math.
Because he was so good at math, he became a Fellow of the Royal Society in 1828. This is a special honor given to top scientists and mathematicians. He was also recognized by other important groups for his knowledge in math and science.
His Church Career
In 1825, Henry became a curate (a type of church assistant) in Cambridgeshire. Later, in 1830, he became the rector (the main priest) of a church in Wath, near Ripon. He continued to rise in the church, becoming a rural dean in 1847.
In 1850, he was given the important role of Dean of Salisbury. He stayed in this position for a long time, until he passed away in 1880.
Interest in Education
Henry Parr Hamilton cared a lot about how children were educated. He gave speeches and wrote a book called Practical Remarks on Popular Education in 1847. This book shared his ideas on how to improve learning for young people.
He died in Salisbury in 1880.
His Family Life
Henry Parr Hamilton married Ellen Masson. They had one daughter named Katherine Jane, who later married Sir Edward Hulse, 5th Baronet.
His brother was James Hamilton, who was also a respected person in Scotland.
