Saint John Fisher
At a glance:
- Series: Dictionary of World Biography: Renaissance
- Categories: Education, Religion, Ethics
- Subcategories: Reformation, Christianity, Christians, Churches, Catholic Church, Catholics, Saints, Prophets
- Curriculum: British History, Renaissance History, Medieval History/Middle Ages
Article abstract: Fisher strongly contested the views of Martin Luther through his writings, supporting the Catholic faith, the Catholic Church, and the idea of the real presence in the Eucharist. He was canonized as a saint by the Roman Catholic Church in May, 1935.
Early Life
John Fisher, the eldest son of Robert and Agnes Fisher, was born at Beverley, Yorkshire, in 1469. His father was a well-to-do mercer who died when Fisher was seven or eight. Fisher was educated at the cathedral school attached to Rochester Cathedral, then went to Michaelhouse,...
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