Richard Graves
English minister and author of 'The Spiritual Quixote'
Born
May 4th, 1715
310 years ago
Died
November 23rd, 1804
220 years ago — 89 years old
Category
Thinkers & Philosophers
Country
United Kingdom
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Born in 1715, this English minister and author contributed significantly to religious literature through writings that addressed moral and spiritual themes. His most notable work, 'The Spiritual Quixote', satirized contemporary religious practices and explored the nature of faith. The text remains a reference for discussions on 18th-century religious thought and literature. Besides this prominent publication, contributions to various periodicals and engagement with academic circles reflected interest in theology and ethics.
Authored 'The Spiritual Quixote'
Contributed to religious and moral literature
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