James Lindsay, 7th Lord Lindsay facts for kids

James Lindsay, 7th Lord Lindsay (born 1554 – died November 5, 1601) was an important Scottish nobleman. He was known as the 7th Lord Lindsay. He also served as a "gentleman of the bedchamber" for King James VI. This was a special role where he helped the King directly. He was also a member of the Privy Council of Scotland, which was a group of trusted advisors to the King.

Early Life and Family

James Lindsay was the only son of Patrick Lindsay, 6th Lord Lindsay and Euphemia Douglas. He had one sister named Margaret Lindsay. She married James Leslie, who was the son of the 5th Earl of Rothes.

His grandparents on his father's side were John Lindsay, 5th Lord Lindsay and Helen Stewart. On his mother's side, his grandparents were Sir Robert Douglas and Lady Margaret Erskine. Lady Margaret was also the mother of James Stewart, 1st Earl of Moray, who was an important leader in Scotland. This made James Stewart his uncle.

His Role in Scotland

James Lindsay became the Lord Lindsay of the Byres when his father passed away in 1589. He was given the special job of "gentleman of the bedchamber" to King James VI in 1580. This meant he was a close helper and advisor to the King.

He was a strong supporter of the Protestant faith. He even wrote to Elizabeth I of England, the Queen of England, to support a Protestant preacher named John Udall.

In 1593, James Lindsay became a member of the Privy Council of Scotland. This council was a group of people who gave advice to the King on important matters.

He was involved in some protests against Catholic noblemen in Scotland. In 1596, he was part of a protest in Edinburgh. This event was seen as a serious challenge to the King's authority. Because of this, some of his property was taken away for a time.

Personal Life and Descendants

In 1573, James Lindsay married Lady Eupheme Leslie. She was the daughter of the 5th Earl of Rothes. Together, they had several children, including two sons and four daughters:

• John Lindsay, 8th Lord Lindsay (who died in 1609).
• Robert Lindsay, 9th Lord Lindsay (who died in 1616).
• Margaret Lindsay.
• Jane Lindsay.
• Helen Lindsay (who died in 1658).
• Catherine Lindsay (who died in 1620).

Lord Lindsay passed away on November 5, 1601. His eldest son, John, took over as the 8th Lord Lindsay.

His grandson, John Lindsay, became a very important figure. He inherited the title of Lord Lindsay and was later made the 1st Earl of Lindsay. He also inherited the Earldom of Crawford, making him a powerful Earl in Scotland.