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Thomas Ken / Humphreys
THOMAS KEN Bishop of Bath and Wells, and writer of hymns Date: 1637 - 1711
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1637 1711 Bath Bishop Handwriting Humphreys Hymns Signature Surplice Wells
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1. Title: Thomas Ken (1637-1711) - Bishop of Bath and Wells and Prolific Hymn Writer Thomas Ken, born on March 2, 1637, was a prominent English Anglican bishop and hymn writer of the late 17th and early 18th centuries. This evocative image captures the essence of Ken's pious and scholarly nature. Dressed in the traditional attire of a bishop, he is seen wearing a black cap, a white surplice adorned with a large cross, and holding a quill pen in his right hand, poised above a sheet of paper. Ken's dedication to his faith is evident in his signature below the hymn text, which reads, "T. Ken S. T." - an abbreviation for "Thomas Ken, Sacred to the Lord." This humble yet powerful symbol of his devotion underscores his role as a spiritual leader and hymnographer. Born in Southampton, England, Ken was educated at Winchester College and New College, Oxford. He was ordained a deacon in 1661 and a priest in 1662. In 1674, he was appointed as the Bishop of Bath and Wells, a position he held until his death in 1711. During his tenure, he is most famously known for writing over 800 hymns, many of which are still sung in churches today. This photograph print, with its intricate details and historical significance, offers a glimpse into the life of a man who dedicated his life to the pursuit of knowledge, faith, and the written word. The image serves as a poignant reminder of the power of hymns in shaping the spiritual lives of countless individuals throughout history.
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