Higginson, John, 1616-1708

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Birth 1616-08-06
Death 1708-12-09

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John Higginson (1616-1708) was the son of noted clergyman, Francis Higginson (1586-1630), who brought his family from Claybrook, Leicestershire, England to New England in 1629. Although the younger Higginson seems never to have been ordained, he was appointed to several ministerial positions: Chaplain at Saybrook Fort, Conn., 1636-1639; Asst. Pastor and Pastor at Guilford, Conn., between 1643 and 1659; Pastor at Salem, 1660. His printed works include: Prefaces for Cotton Mather's _Winter Meditation_ (1693) and _The Everlasting Gospel_ (1700); _Our Dying Saviour's Legacy of Peace to His Discipline In a Troublesome World_ (Boston: Samuel Green, 1686); and others.

From the description of Sermons, 1672-1674. (American Antiquarian Society). WorldCat record id: 191259417

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Subjects:

  • Congregational churches
  • Clergy

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  • Massachusetts (as recorded)
  • Salem (Mass.) (as recorded)