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Robert Francis Walker
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| Born | 15 January 1789 |
| Died | 31 January 1854 (aged 65) |
Robert Francis Walker (born 1789, died 1854) was an English church leader and writer. He was famous for translating books by German Christian authors.
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Robert Walker's Life Story
Robert Francis Walker was born in Oxford, England, on January 15, 1789. His father was also named Robert Walker.
Early Years and School
Young Robert went to school at Magdalen College School, Oxford. He was a chorister there, which means he sang in the church choir. It's said that even the famous Lord Nelson gave him a tip!
In 1806, Robert started studying at New College, Oxford. He earned his first degree in 1811 and a master's degree in 1813. In 1812, he became a chaplain at New College. A chaplain is a priest who works in a special place like a college or hospital. From 1813 to 1815, he worked as a curate at St Ebbe's Church, Oxford. A curate is a church leader who helps the main priest. This church was known for its strong Christian beliefs.
Moving Around for Work
In 1815, Robert Walker became a curate in a town called Taplow. Later, in 1816 or 1817, he moved to Henley-on-Thames. Then, in 1819, he went to Purleigh, a village in Essex.
At Purleigh, he was the main curate because the head priest, Edward Copleston, lived somewhere else. Edward Copleston was also the head of Oriel College, Oxford.
Later Life and Passing
Robert Walker stayed in Purleigh for 30 years. He worked there until he became too unwell to continue. In 1848, he had a stroke, which is a serious health problem. He then moved to Great Baddow, a town near Chelmsford.
Robert Walker passed away there on January 31, 1854, at the age of 65. He was buried back in Purleigh, where he had served for so long.
Books Robert Walker Translated
Robert Walker was well-known for translating many Christian books from German into English. This helped more people read these important works.
Here are some of the books he translated:
- Sermons, published in 1835, by Ludwig Hofacker.
- Elijah the Tishbite, published in 1836, by Friedrich Wilhelm Krummacher.
- Glimpse of the Kingdom of Grace, published in 1837.
- Elisha, published in 1838.
- Memoirs of Johann Albrecht Bengel, published in 1837, by Johann Christian Friedrich Burk.
- History of the Church, published in 1840, by Christian Gottlob Barth.
- Christian Missions, published in 1844, by Christian Gottlieb Blumhardt.
- Memoir of Hilmar Ernst Rauschenbusch, by Wilhelm Leipoldt.
He also wrote other books that were never published.
Robert Walker's Family
Robert Walker was married two times and had many children.
- His first wife was Frances Langton. They got married in 1814 in Cookham, Berkshire. They had four sons and one daughter together. Frances passed away in 1824.
- His second wife was Elizabeth Palmer. They married on September 30, 1830, in Olney, Buckinghamshire. They had five sons. Elizabeth lived until 1876.
