Martineau, James, 1805-1900.

James Martineau was an English Unitarian minister and educator. He wrote several books about religious philosophy, and became well-known as a result. He was the brother of social activist Harriet Martineau.

James Martineau was an English educator, philosopher, clergyman, and author. Born in Norwich, he taught at Lant Carpenter's School before being ordained as a Unitarian minister in 1828. In addition to working as a pastor, he had a long career as an educator at Manchester New College. He wrote numerous books and articles on religious and philosophical themes, and was also an editor. He achieved distinction in both academic and religious circles.

Epithet: Reverend; of Add MS 38794

Unitarian divine and philosopher.

James Martineau was an English clergyman and philosopher. Born in Norwich, he was educated privately, and later at public schools and Manchester College. He taught for a year, and then for four years served as an ordained minister in Dublin. He then spent twenty-five years as a minister in Liverpool, during which he began teaching at Manchester College and became nationally known for his writings. He was affiliated with Manchester College for forty-five years, following the school to London, where he also served as minister of the Little Portland Street Chapel. During his long and productive life, Martineau published numerous important works on theology and philosophy; his views were eclectic, broad-minded, and highly individual, and he was considered one of the most profound thinkers of his day.