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John Howe, Churchman
JOHN HOWE Controversial churchman, ejected for his views : author of The living temple 1702. Date: 1630 - 1705
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1630 1702 1705 Churchman Controversial Ejected Howe Living
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In this evocative portrait, John Howe (1630-1705) is depicted as a serious and contemplative figure, his stern gaze fixed on some distant point beyond the confines of the frame. The churchman's somber attire and the austere background add to the sense of solemnity and introspection. Howe was a controversial figure in his time, known for his unorthodox religious views which led to his ejection from the Church of England in 1702. He was a prolific writer and theologian, and is best remembered for his work "The Living Temple," a treatise in which he argued for the spiritual equality of all believers and the importance of the individual's inner experience of God. Born in London, Howe was educated at Trinity College, Cambridge, and ordained in the Church of England in 1657. However, his religious beliefs began to diverge from the mainstream, and he became increasingly critical of the established church's hierarchy and doctrines. In the late 1660s, he began to associate with a group of radical Quakers and other dissenters, which further alienated him from the Church. Despite facing persecution and imprisonment for his beliefs, Howe continued to write and publish, producing a number of influential works that challenged the religious orthodoxy of his day. His ideas influenced a generation of religious thinkers and helped pave the way for the religious toleration that would eventually be enshrined in English law. This portrait, likely taken towards the end of Howe's life, captures the quiet determination and intellectual intensity of a man who refused to compromise his beliefs, even in the face of adversity. It is a testament to the power of the written word and the enduring influence of a man who dared to challenge the status quo.
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