Thomas Comber (dean of Carlisle) facts for kids
Thomas Comber (born 1575 – died 28 February 1653) was an English expert in languages. He was an important leader at a church and a university. He became the Dean of Carlisle, which is a high position in the church. He also became the Master of Trinity College, Cambridge, which means he was in charge of that part of the famous Cambridge University.
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Early Life and Education
Thomas Comber was born in a place called Shermanbury in Sussex, England. This was near the end of the 1500s. His father was Sir Richard Comber. Thomas went to school in Horsham and later studied at Trinity College, Cambridge.
A Talent for Languages
Thomas Comber was very good at languages. He could speak and understand ancient Greek and Latin very well. He also knew several other languages. This made him a skilled "linguist," which is someone who studies and knows many languages.
Career and Leadership Roles
After traveling in Europe, Thomas Comber returned to England in 1623. He was chosen to be the King's Chaplain, a special advisor to the King. Soon after, he became the Dean of Carlisle. This role meant he was a senior leader in the church in Carlisle.
Leading Trinity College
In 1631, Thomas Comber was chosen for two very important jobs. He became the Master of Trinity College. This meant he was the head of one of the most famous colleges at Cambridge University. At the same time, he also became the Vice-Chancellor of the University of Cambridge. This made him a top leader for the entire university.
English Civil War and Imprisonment
During his life, there was a big conflict in England called the English Civil War. This war was between the King's supporters (called Royalists) and the Parliament's supporters (called Puritans). Thomas Comber chose to support the King. Because of this, the Puritans saw him as an enemy. They put him in prison in 1642. He stayed in prison until he died on 28 February 1653.
Family Life
Thomas Comber was married to a woman named Susan. She was a widow and the daughter of a man named Freston from Norwich. After Thomas Comber passed away, Susan married again to Thomas Sclater.
