John Hall (bishop) facts for kids
Quick facts for kids The Right Reverend John Hall |
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| Bishop of Bristol | |
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| Diocese | Diocese of Bristol |
| In Office | 1691–1710 |
| Predecessor | Gilbert Ironside the Younger |
| Successor | John Robinson |
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| Born | 29 January 1633 |
| Died | February 1710 (aged 76–77) |
| Nationality | British |
| Denomination | Anglican |
| Education | Merchant Taylors' School |
| Alma mater | Pembroke College, Oxford |
John Hall (1633–1710) was an important English church leader and a smart academic. He became the Master of Pembroke College, Oxford, and later the Bishop of Bristol. He was known for being one of the last bishops to follow traditional Puritan ideas.
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John Hall's Early Life and Education
John Hall was born on January 29, 1633, in Bromsgrove, Worcestershire. His father, also named John Hall, was a vicar there. His family had strong religious beliefs, especially Presbyterian views. For example, his uncle, Thomas Hall, was a minister who was removed from his church in 1662.
John Hall started at Merchant Taylors' School in June 1644. After that, he went to Pembroke College, Oxford. There, another uncle, Edmund Hall, helped guide his studies.
Becoming a Scholar and Fellow
In 1650, John Hall became a scholar at Pembroke College. He earned his first degree (B.A.) in 1651 and his second degree (M.A.) in 1653. In the same year, he was chosen as a fellow of the college.
On December 31, 1664, he was chosen to be the Master of Pembroke College. He also became the leader of St Aldate's in Oxford. He kept this church role until he died. He earned more advanced degrees in theology, becoming a B.D. in 1666 and a D.D. in 1669.
A Professor and Royal Chaplain
John Hall became the Lady Margaret Professor of Divinity at Oxford on March 24, 1676. This was a very important teaching position. In 1678, he gave a strong speech against Catholics at St. Mary's church. This was during a time when there were many false rumors about Catholics.
He also served as a personal chaplain to King Charles II. This meant he provided spiritual advice and support to the King.
John Hall as Bishop of Bristol
John Hall was chosen to be the Bishop of Bristol. He was officially made a bishop on August 30, 1691, in Bow Church. Even though he became a bishop, he continued to be the Master of Pembroke College.
He mostly lived in Oxford. In 1695, he had a new house built for the Master of the college. John Hall passed away in Oxford in February 1710. He was buried in the church at Bromsgrove, his hometown. A special monument was put up for him there.
John Hall was known for being very generous. He left many gifts in his will to different causes.
