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Letter from Thomas Ken, Bishop of Bath and Wells to George Harbin, c1709. Artist: Thomas Ken
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Letter from Thomas Ken, Bishop of Bath and Wells to George Harbin, c1709. Artist: Thomas Ken
Letter from Thomas Ken, Bishop of Bath and Wells to George Harbin, c1709. Letter from the Bishop of Bath and Wells to the Reverend George Harbin, the Non-juror chaplain to Viscount Weymouth, explaining, in answer to censures of Mr. Pitts, his action when deprived with the other Non-juror Bishops in 1691. The letter was probably written in answer to an anonymous pamphlet entitiled The Character of a Primative Bishop, published in 1709. The writer, who styles himself A Presbyter of the Church of England, has been identified with John Pitts or Pits. From the fourth series of Facsimiles of royal, historical, literary and other autographs in the Department of Manuscripts, British Museum: Series I - V, (London, 1899)
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This print captures a significant historical artifact - a letter from Thomas Ken, Bishop of Bath and Wells, to George Harbin. Created around 1709 by the artist Thomas Ken himself, this letter holds immense religious and cultural significance. The correspondence between Bishop Ken and Reverend George Harbin sheds light on an intriguing episode in their lives. In response to censures from Mr. Pitts, the bishop explains his actions when he was deprived along with other Non-juror Bishops in 1691. This particular letter is believed to be a direct response to an anonymous pamphlet titled "The Character of a Primitive Bishop" published in 1709. Exquisitely captured in color and showcasing meticulous handwriting, this facsimile manuscript provides us with a glimpse into the religious landscape of the eighteenth century. It serves as a testament to the intellectual discourse that took place during that era within the Church of England. Preserved as part of the fourth series of Facsimiles at the British Museum's Department of Manuscripts, this print exemplifies its commitment to safeguarding royal, historical, literary, and other autographs for future generations. As we delve into this remarkable piece of history through George Harbin's lens and Thomas Ken's words, we are transported back in time - witnessing not only their personal exchange but also gaining insight into broader religious debates that shaped society during the eighteenth century.
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