Robert Aldrich (bishop) facts for kids
Robert Aldrich (sometimes spelled Aldridge) was an important person in England a long time ago, in the 1500s. He was a Bishop of Carlisle, which is a high-ranking church leader, during the time of three different kings and queens: King Henry VIII, Edward VI, and Queen Mary. He lived until March 1555.
Who Was Robert Aldrich?
Robert Aldrich was born in a town called Burnham, Buckinghamshire. When he was young, he went to a famous school called Eton College. After that, he studied at the University of Cambridge.
His Important Jobs
In 1534, Robert Aldrich got a special job at St George's Chapel, Windsor Castle. He became a Canon, which is like a priest who helps manage a big church. He worked there until 1537.
Later, on July 18, 1537, he became the Bishop of Carlisle. He also became the person who kept records for a special group called the Order of the Garter in 1534.
What People Thought of Him
Famous thinkers of his time thought highly of Robert Aldrich. A very well-known scholar named Erasmus said he was a young man who spoke very well. Another friend of his, an expert on old things named Leland, even wrote a poem in Latin praising him.
Robert Aldrich was also in charge of Eton College for a while, as both its master and provost. In 1529, he moved to Oxford to continue his studies, earning advanced degrees there. He passed away in 1555 in a town called Horncastle.
His Writings
Robert Aldrich wrote several books and papers. Here are some of his main works:
- Epistola ad Gwielmum Hormannum
- Epigrammata varia
- Several Resolutions concerning the Sacraments
- Answers to certain Queries concerning the Abuses of the Mass
