John Frith
English Protestant priest, writer, and martyr
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Summary
John Frith was born on January 1, 1503[1], in Westerham (Feldkirchen-Westerham)[2]. He died on July 4, 1533[3], in London[4]. He worked as a theologian[5] and writer[6]. He ranks in the top 0.73% of human entities by monthly Wikipedia readership (260 views/month, #7,267 of 1,000,298).[7]
Key Facts
- Country of citizenship: Kingdom of England[8]
- Educated at: Eton College[9], King's College[10], Sevenoaks School[11], Queens' College[12]
- Religion or worldview: Protestant church[13]
- Sex or gender: male[14]
- Commons category: John Frith (martyr)[15]
- Cause of death: death by burning[16]
- Family name: Frith[17]
- Given name: John[18]
- Described by source: Dictionary of National Biography, 1885–1900[19], Men of Kent and Kentishmen[20], Encyclopædia Britannica 11th edition[21]
- Languages spoken, written or signed: English[22]
Why It Matters
John Frith is known by 3 alternative names across languages and contexts.[23]
FAQs
Where was John Frith born?
John Frith's place of birth was Westerham (Feldkirchen-Westerham)[2].
Where did John Frith die?
John Frith died in London[4].
What did John Frith do for work?
John Frith worked as a theologian[5] and writer[6].
Where did John Frith go to school?
John Frith was educated at Eton College[9], King's College[10], Sevenoaks School[11], and Queens' College[12].