Francis Rous, Speaker
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Francis Rous, Speaker
FRANCIS ROUS Speaker of the House of Commons, Puritan, writer. Date: 1579 - 1659
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1579 1659 Commons Francis Puritan Rous Speaker
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This evocative print captures the stern yet thoughtful visage of Francis Rous (1579-1659), a prominent figure in English political and religious history as Speaker of the House of Commons and a dedicated Puritan writer. Rous's tenure as Speaker, which spanned from 1621 to 1626, was marked by his unwavering commitment to upholding parliamentary privileges and challenging the authority of King James I. His strong stance against the monarch's attempts to impose new taxes and control over the House led to his imprisonment in the Tower of London for a brief period. Born into a gentry family in Norfolk, Rous was educated at Trinity College, Cambridge, and became a respected scholar and writer. His Puritan beliefs, which emphasized the importance of individual faith and biblical interpretation, led him to become a key figure in the religious and political turmoil of the early 17th century. Rous's writings, which included works on theology, politics, and education, were influential in shaping the ideas of the Puritan movement and the eventual establishment of the Commonwealth. Despite his steadfast convictions, Rous was not without controversy. His involvement in the controversial Arminian controversy, which centered on the role of free will in salvation, drew criticism from some quarters. Nevertheless, Rous's legacy as a champion of parliamentary rights and a leading Puritan writer endures, making him an important figure in the complex tapestry of English history.
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