Inspirational Quotes by Henry Liddon (English Theologian)

Henry Parry Liddon (1829–90) was an influential English theologian, playing a significant role in the Oxford Movement and making notable contributions to Victorian theology.

Born in North Stoneham, England, Liddon received his education at King’s College School and Christ Church, Oxford, where he graduated in 1850. Serving as vice principal at Cuddesdon’s theological college 1854–59 and later at St Edmund Hall in Oxford, he staunchly opposed the liberal reaction to Tractarianism.

In 1864, Liddon became the prebendary of Salisbury Cathedral, and two years later, he delivered the influential Bampton Lectures on the divinity of Christ. His impact continued to grow as he was appointed canon of St Paul’s Cathedral and became Dean Ireland’s Professor at Oxford in 1870, wielding extensive influence over the Church of England.

Despite multiple offers of a bishopric, Liddon declined and, in 1882, resigned from his professorship. He embarked on a journey to explore Palestine and Egypt, demonstrating his broad interests in religious movements by visiting German theologian Johann Joseph Ignaz von Döllinger in Munich and expressing interest in the Old Catholic movement. In 1886, he accepted the role of chancellor of St. Paul’s, further solidifying his lasting impact on the church.

Liddon gained widespread recognition for his sermons and lectures. His most notable work, Some Elements of Religion (1869,) showcased his profound theological insights, contributing significantly to the religious discourse of the time. He also authored Explanatory Analysis of Paul’s Epistle to the Romans (1899) and Explanatory Analysis of Paul’s First Epistle to Timothy (1897.)

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