Richard Adams (religious writer) facts for kids
Richard Adams (born around 1626, died 1698) was an English minister. He was known for his sermons and religious writings. He was a Presbyterian, which was a type of Christian faith. He didn't always agree with the official Church of England rules of his time.
Richard Adams's Life
Richard Adams came from a family of church ministers. His grandfather and father were also ministers. Richard was one of four brothers who all became clergymen.
He went to Brasenose College, Oxford, a famous university, in 1646. There, he became good friends with John Howe, another important religious figure. Richard finished his studies in 1651.
In 1655, Richard Adams became a preacher in London. He worked at the church of St. Mildred, Bread-street. People thought he was a very good and helpful speaker. Even John Milton, a famous poet, was one of his church members.
After King Charles II returned to power, new rules were made for ministers. Richard Adams couldn't agree with these rules. So, he left his church job. But he stayed in London.
Later, when the rules became less strict, he became a pastor again. He led a small group of Presbyterian Christians. Their church was in Parish-street in the Borough area of London. He stayed there until he died on February 7, 1698. His friend John Howe gave a special sermon after Richard's death, which was later printed.
Richard Adams's Writings
Richard Adams wrote parts of a famous religious book. This book was called Annotations by Matthew Poole. Richard wrote the sections about the letters to the Philippians and Colossians in the Bible.
He also wrote many sermons that were printed. He worked with another minister, Edward Veal. Together, they wrote introductions for some of the books by Stephen Charnock.
Richard Adams also helped publish two books written by his brother, Thomas Adams. These books were called Protestant Union and The Main Principles of the Christian Religion. They were printed in 1675.
See also
- Thomas Adams, his brother
