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5 Minutes in Church History with Stephen Nichols

W.H. Griffith Thomas

Apr 24, 2024
Learn about the life and career of W.H. Griffith Thomas, an Anglican theologian who helped found Dallas Theological Seminary. Discover his impact on theological education and the lasting influence he left behind.
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  • W.H. Griffith Thomas overcame personal hardships to become a renowned Anglican theologian and influential author.
  • Griffith Thomas' legacy includes his impactful theological writings and pivotal role in establishing Dallas Theological Seminary.

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Life and Career of W.H. Griffith Thomas

W.H. Griffith Thomas, an Anglican theologian, faced challenging circumstances in his childhood, losing his father before he was born and having to leave school at a young age. Despite these difficulties, he actively participated in his Anglican parish and was converted at 17. He pursued higher education in London, studying Biblical Greek and eventually receiving his Doctorate of Divinity for his work on the Holy Spirit. Griffith Thomas' career included appointments as the principal of Wycliffe Hall, Oxford, and as a professor at Wycliffe Hall in Toronto, Canada, where he continued to write, lecture, and travel extensively.

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