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James Waddel Alexander

1804 – 1859

American Presbyterian minister and theologian

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About James Waddel Alexander

Lived 1804 – 1859 (aged 55). James Waddel Alexander was an American theologian, pastor and clergyman.

James Waddel Alexander (March 13, 1804 – July 31, 1859) was an American Presbyterian minister and theologian who followed in the footsteps of his father, the Reverend Archibald Alexander.

Early life Alexander was born in 1804 in Louisa County, Virginia,

Personal life On June 18, 1830, Alexander married Elizabeth Clarentine Cabell (1809–1885), daughter of George Cabell and Susannah Wyatt. Her paternal great–grandfather, William Cabell (1699–1774), was the patriarch of the prestigious Cabell family of Virginia. They had seven children:

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Important facts

Born
13 March 1804, Louisa County
Birth century
19th century
Died
31 July 1859, Alleghany County, Sweet Chalybeate
Occupation
Theologian, pastor, clergyman
Nationality
United States
Education
Princeton University, Princeton Theological Seminary
Employers
Princeton University, First Presbyterian Church
Also known as
James Waddell Alexander, James W. Alexander, James Alexander

Family & relationships

Child
William C. Alexander (1848-1937)
Parent
Archibald Alexander

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Frequently asked questions

Who was James Waddel Alexander?

American Presbyterian minister and theologian (1804–1859)

When was James Waddel Alexander born?

James Waddel Alexander was born on 13 March 1804 in Louisa County.

When did James Waddel Alexander die?

James Waddel Alexander died on 31 July 1859 in Alleghany County, Sweet Chalybeate.

What was James Waddel Alexander's occupation?

James Waddel Alexander was a theologian, pastor and clergyman.

What nationality was James Waddel Alexander?

James Waddel Alexander was American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: James Waddel Alexander

· Wikidata: Q6144958

· DBpedia: James Waddel Alexander

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