John William McGarvey

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1829 – 1911

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Who was John William McGarvey?

John William McGarvey was a minister, author, and religious educator in the American Restoration Movement. He was particularly associated with the College of the Bible in Lexington, Kentucky where he taught for 46 years, serving as president from 1895 to 1911. He was noted for his opposition to theological liberalism and higher criticism. His writings are still influential among the heirs of the conservative wing of the Restoration Movement, the Churches of Christ and Christian churches and churches of Christ.

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Born
Mar 1, 1829
Hopkinsville
Also known as
  • J. W. McGarvey
Education
  • Bethany College
Died
Oct 6, 1911

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on July 23, 2013

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