Life of Rev. Legh Richmond: Compiled From Authentic Sources (Classic Reprint)

Stephen B. Wickens

ISBN 10: 1330968441 / ISBN 13: 9781330968444

Published by Forgotten Books, 2018

About this Item

Print on Demand. This book delves into the life and ministry of Rev. Legh Richmond, an 18th-century English clergyman known for his evangelical zeal and the transformational power of his sermons. The author draws from Richmond's own writings, journals, and correspondence to paint a vivid portrait of a man deeply committed to spreading the gospel and ministering to the spiritual needs of his community. The book explores Richmond's journey from his early years to his ordination and subsequent pastorates, shedding light on the challenges and triumphs he encountered along the way. It examines the profound impact of his preaching, particularly on the conversion of many individuals and the establishment of a thriving spiritual community. The book delves into the theological underpinnings of Richmond's ministry, emphasizing his belief in the transformative power of faith and the importance of personal piety. Through the author's engaging narrative, readers gain insights into the life and work of a remarkable figure whose legacy continues to inspire and challenge Christians today. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book.

Seller Inventory # 9781330968444_0

Bibliographic Details

• Title: Life of Rev. Legh Richmond: Compiled From Authentic Sources (Classic Reprint)
• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication Date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1330968441
• ISBN 13: 9781330968444
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: New
• Book Type: print-on-demand item
• Seller catalogs:
  • Biography and Autobiography

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Synopsis

A compassionate, faith-filled portrait of a beloved clergyman

Based on authentic sources, this biography traces Legh Richmond’s life from his birth in 1772 to his later vocation and family life, highlighting the spiritual principles and family devotion that shaped his work.

The book foregrounds his upbringing, the influence of a devout mother, and the way personal faith guided his writing, teaching, and every day. It also weaves in personal trials, parish duties, and the enduring importance he placed on prayer, self-denial, and service to others. Read in full, this edition offers a clear sense of the man behind the public life and his lasting impact on family, church, and community.

• Learn how early instruction, family values, and a mother’s example formed a lifelong commitment to God, learning, and service.
• Explore Richmond’s response to personal hardship, and how faith helped him navigate family loss and health challenges.
• See how he balanced public duties with a deep, practical faith demonstrated in letters, teachings, and domestic life.
• Discover the themes of grace, prayer, and benevolence that recur across his writings and daily interactions.

Ideal for readers of religious biographies, clerical histories, and 19th-century English spiritual life, this edition offers a thoughtful, accessible glimpse into a life guided by faith, family, and doctrine.