Listed In: Theologians
Birthdate: 1514 AD
Birthplace: Giffordgate, Haddington, Scotland
Died: November 24, 1572
John Knox was a Scottish minister, Reformed theologian, and writer known for his pivotal role in the country’s Reformation. He led the reform of the Scottish Church, shaping its confession of faith and ecclesiastical structure. Knox also served as a royal chaplain in England during King Edward VI’s reign, contributing to the development of the Book of Common Prayer. His time in Geneva further deepened his understanding of Reformed theology and Presbyterian organization before returning to Scotland to spearhead the Protestant Reformation with the support of Scottish nobility.
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