Joseph Butler
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Summary
Joseph Butler is a human[1]. Born in Wantage[2], he… he was born on May 18, 1692[3]. He passed away in Bath[4]. He died on June 16, 1752[5]. He worked as a philosopher[6], theologian[7], writer[8], and Anglican priest[9]. He has Wikipedia articles in 19 language editions, a strong signal of global cultural recognition.[10]
Key Facts
- Joseph Butler's place of birth was Wantage[2].
- Joseph Butler passed away in Bath[4].
- Joseph Butler was born on May 18, 1692[3].
- Joseph Butler was born on January 1, 1692[11].
- Joseph Butler died on June 16, 1752[5].
- Joseph Butler died on January 1, 1752[12].
- Burial took place at Bristol Cathedral[13].
- Joseph Butler held citizenship in Kingdom of Great Britain[14].
- Joseph Butler is identified as part of the English people ethnic group[15].
- Joseph Butler's professions included philosopher[6].
- Joseph Butler worked as a theologian[7].
- Joseph Butler's professions included writer[8].
- Joseph Butler worked as an Anglican priest[9].
- Joseph Butler held the position of Bishop of Bristol[16].
- Joseph Butler held the position of Dean of St Paul's[17].
- Joseph Butler held the position of Bishop of Durham[18].
- Joseph Butler held the position of Clerk of the Closet[19].
- Joseph Butler was educated at Oriel College[20].
- A notable work attributed to Joseph Butler is Whole Works of Joseph Butler[21].
- Joseph Butler's religion is recorded as Anglicanism[22].
- Joseph Butler is recorded as male[23].
- Joseph Butler's instance of is recorded as human[24].
- Joseph Butler's Commons category is recorded as Joseph Butler[25].
- Joseph Butler's diocese is recorded as Diocese of Durham[26].
- Joseph Butler's family name is recorded as Butler[27].
Body
Origins and Family
Joseph Butler was born in Wantage[2]. Recorded date of birth include May 18, 1692[3] and January 1, 1692[11]. He is identified as part of the English people ethnic group[15].
Education
Joseph Butler was educated at Oriel College[20].
Career and Affiliations
Recorded occupations include philosopher[6], theologian[7], writer[8], and Anglican priest[9]. Positions held include Bishop of Bristol[16], a position[28], in United Kingdom[29], founded in 1542[30]; Dean of St Paul's[17], a position[31], founded in 1090[32]; Bishop of Durham[18], a position[33], in United Kingdom[34], founded in 1530[35]; and Clerk of the Closet[19], a position[36].
Works and Contributions
A notable work attributed to Joseph Butler is Whole Works of him[21].
Personal Life
Joseph Butler's religion is recorded as Anglicanism[22].
Death and Burial
Recorded date of death include June 16, 1752[5] and January 1, 1752[12]. Joseph Butler passed away in Bath[4]. Burial took place at Bristol Cathedral[13].
Why It Matters
Joseph Butler has Wikipedia articles in 19 language editions, a strong signal of global cultural recognition.[10] He is known by 3 alternative names across languages and contexts.[37]
He has been cited as an influence by C. S. Lewis[38], a writer[39], 1898–1963[40], of United Kingdom[41], awarded the honorary doctorate at the Laval University[42], specialised in writing[43].
FAQs
Where was Joseph Butler born?
Joseph Butler's place of birth was Wantage[2].
Where did Joseph Butler die?
Joseph Butler passed away in Bath[4].
What did Joseph Butler do for work?
Joseph Butler worked as philosopher[6], theologian[7], writer[8], and Anglican priest[9].
Where did Joseph Butler go to school?
Joseph Butler was educated at Oriel College[20].
Who did Joseph Butler influence?
Joseph Butler has been cited as an influence by C. S. Lewis[38].