John Marsh (theologian)

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The Rev. Professor
John Marsh
CBE
Born(1904-11-05)5 November 1904
Died26 January 1994(1994-01-26) (aged 89)
EducationThe Skinners' School, Tunbridge Wells
Alma mater University of Edinburgh, Mansfield College, Oxford
Occupation(s)Christian minister, theologion, academic
Children3

The Reverend Professor John Marsh CBE, MA, DPhil (5 November 1904 - 26 January 1994) was a theologian, Congregational (later United Reformed) minister and college principal. [1] He was principal of Mansfield College, Oxford from 1953-1970 leading it during its transition to a permanent private hall of the University of Oxford.

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Early life

Marsh grew up in East Grinstead, West Sussex attending The Skinners' School in Tunbridge Wells. [2] He went on to graduate in philosophy at Edinburgh University. [1]

Career

Marsh had various posts including the first Professor of Christian Theology at Nottingham University before being appointed principal at Mansfield College, Oxford in 1953 where he remained until 1970. [3]

Personal life

Marsh was married to Gladys Marsh for 59 years with whom he had three children. [2]

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References

  1. 1 2 Kaye, Elaine (9 March 1994). "Obituary: The Rev Professor John Marsh". The Independent. Archived from the original on 27 February 2017. Retrieved 26 August 2024.
  2. 1 2 "Marsh, Rev. Prof. John" . Who's Who & Who Was Who . A & C Black. Retrieved 25 August 2024.(Subscription or UK public library membership required.)
  3. "The Rev Professor John Marsh; Obituary". The Times. 29 January 1994. Retrieved 26 August 2024 via Gale.com.