Life Of Thomas Ken

Life of Thomas Ken, written by William Lisle Bowles, offers a detailed biography of the distinguished Bishop Thomas Ken (1637-1711), a prominent figure in the Church of England. This work explores Ken’s spiritual journey, his unwavering principles, and his significant contributions to religious life and literature.Bowles delves into Ken’s early life, his education at Winchester College and New College, Oxford, and his subsequent career as a clergyman. The biography highlights Ken’s role as chaplain to Princess Mary of Orange, his appointment as Bishop of Bath and Wells, and his principled stance against King James II, which led to his imprisonment in the Tower of London. It also examines his later years, marked by his commitment to non-juring principles and his continued dedication to pastoral duties.The book also celebrates Ken’s legacy as a hymn writer and spiritual guide, presenting a comprehensive account of a man whose life was defined by faith, integrity, and service. Perfect for readers interested in religious history, biography, and the history of the Church of England.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.