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Thomas Kingsmill Abbott
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In The Sketch, 18 December 1895
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| Born | 26 March 1829 Dublin, Ireland
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| Died | 18 December 1913 (aged 84) Killiney, Ireland
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| Education | Trinity College, Dublin |
| Occupation | Scholar, educator, clergyman |
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Caroline Kingsmill
(m. 1859) |
Thomas Kingsmill Abbott (born March 26, 1829 – died December 18, 1913) was an important Irish scholar and teacher. He was also a clergyman.
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Early Life and Education
Thomas Kingsmill Abbott was born in Dublin, Ireland. He went to Trinity College for his education. He was a very bright student. In 1848, he became a scholar at the college. He graduated in 1851 with high honors in mathematics. In 1854, he became a fellow of the college, which is a special position for senior members.
He earned more degrees from Trinity College, including a D.Litt. in 1891. He also became a minister in the Church of Ireland.
A Math Challenge
In 1852, Thomas Abbott solved a difficult geometry problem. This problem was first presented by another famous mathematician, J. J. Sylvester. This showed how skilled Abbott was in mathematics.
His Work at Trinity College
Thomas Abbott held several important teaching positions at Trinity College. From 1867 to 1872, he taught moral philosophy. This subject explores ideas about right and wrong. Later, he taught biblical Greek from 1875 to 1888. He also taught Hebrew from 1879 to 1900.
In 1887, he became the librarian at Trinity College. He worked hard to organize and complete catalogs of the library's old handwritten books. In 1897, he became a senior fellow, which is a very respected position.
Spreading Ideas
Abbott was part of a group of Irish scholars. They helped to share and study the works of a famous German philosopher named Immanuel Kant. Kant had many deep ideas about how we think and act.
Thomas Abbott translated one of Kant's most important books. It was called Critique of Practical Reason. His translation was so good that it was used as the main English version for many years.
Later Life and Family
In June 1901, Thomas Abbott received an honorary doctorate in Divinity from the University of Glasgow. This was a special award to recognize his achievements.
In 1859, he married Caroline Kingsmill. She was the oldest daughter of Reverend Joseph Kingsmill, who was known for his work in penology (the study of punishment and prisons).
Thomas Kingsmill Abbott passed away in Killiney, Dublin, on December 18, 1913.
