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John Marsh

1904 – 1994

British theologian

Theologian College head
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About John Marsh

Lived 1904 – 1994 (aged 89). John Marsh was a British theologian and college head.

Early life Marsh grew up in East Grinstead, West Sussex attending The Skinners' School in Tunbridge Wells. He went on to graduate in philosophy at Edinburgh University.

Marsh was involved in various aspects of the World Council of Churches and also the establishment of the United Reformed Church.

Personal life Marsh was married to Gladys Marsh for 59 years with whom he had three children.

Selected works Author The Fulness of Time (Nisbet and Co, 1952) The Significance of Evanston (London Independent Press, 1954) A Year with the Bible (S.C.M. Press, 1957) Amos and Micah (S.C.M. Press, 1959) Saint John (Pelican New Testament Commentaries) (Penguin, 1968) Jesus in His Lifetime (Sidgwick & Jackson, 1981)

Co-editor Intercommunion : The Report of the Theological Commission Appointed by the Continuation Committee of the World Conference on Faith and Order, Together with a Selection from the Material Presented to the Commission (SCM Press, 1952) (co-editor with Baillie, D. M)

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Important facts

Birth century
Nationality
Education
The Skinners' School, University of Edinburgh, Mansfield College, University of Marburg
Awards
Commander of the Order of the British Empire
Also known as
The Rev Professor John Marsh, Rev. Prof. John Marsh

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Frequently asked questions

Who was John Marsh?

British theologian (1904-1994)

When was John Marsh born?

John Marsh was born on 5 November 1904 in Brighton.

When did John Marsh die?

John Marsh died on 26 January 1994.

What was John Marsh's occupation?

John Marsh was a theologian and college head.

What nationality was John Marsh?

John Marsh was British.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: John Marsh

· Wikidata: Q84561635

· DBpedia: John Marsh (theologian)

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