Richard Baxter

Richard Baxter (1615–1691) was a prominent English Puritan minister, theologian, and prolific writer from Rowton, Shropshire, known for his efforts to unite clashing Protestant denominations and his influential pastoral works like 'The Reformed Pastor'. He served as a chaplain during the English Civil War, refused an appointment as Bishop of Hereford after the Act of Uniformity in 1662, and became a leading figure in the Nonconformist movement, spending time in prison for his beliefs.

Rowton, Shropshire, England Nov 12, 1615 Wikipedia
Theology Puritan Literature Pastoral Care Poetry Hymn-writing