John Colenso
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John William Colenso (24 January 1814 – 20 June 1883) was a Cornish cleric and mathematician, defender of the Zulu and biblical scholar, who served as the first Bishop of Natal. He was a scholar of the Zulu language. In his role as an Anglican theologian, Colenso is now remembered for views of the Bible that set off intense controversy.
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John William Colenso | |
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Bishop of Natal | |
Church | Church of England |
See | Natal |
In office | 1853 – 20 June 1883 |
Predecessor | none |
Successor | Hamilton Baynes |
Personal details | |
Born | (1814-01-24)24 January 1814 St Austell, Cornwall, England |
Died | 20 June 1883(1883-06-20) (aged 69) Durban, Natal Colony |
Previous post(s) | Rector of Forncett St Mary |
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