John Buchanan Robinson
John Buchanan Robinson
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Full Name and Common Aliases
John Buchanan Robinson was a Canadian-American Presbyterian minister, theologian, and writer. He is commonly referred to by his initials, J.B.R.
Birth and Death Dates
Robinson was born on April 29, 1852, in New York City, USA. Unfortunately, the exact date of his death is not recorded.
Nationality and Profession(s)
A dual citizen of Canada and the United States, Robinson's professional life spanned multiple roles as a Presbyterian minister, theologian, writer, and educator.
Early Life and Background
Growing up in a devout family, John Buchanan Robinson was raised with strong Christian values. His early life and education laid the foundation for his future pursuits. In 1867, he began studying at New York University (NYU), where he earned a Bachelor of Arts degree. Subsequently, he pursued theological studies at Union Theological Seminary in New York City.
Major Accomplishments
Robinson's work had significant impact on various aspects of Presbyterianism and theology during his lifetime:
He became an influential figure within the Presbyterian Church in Canada (PCC) and contributed to its growth.
As a writer, Robinson penned numerous articles, books, and sermons. His works tackled complex theological issues and addressed pressing social concerns of his time.
Notable Works or Actions
John Buchanan Robinson's writings reflected his academic pursuits and pastoral experience:
The Justification of the Ways of God to Men (1885): A treatise that critically examined the relationship between faith, reason, and revelation.
A History of the Presbyterian Church in Canada (1890-1903): A comprehensive three-volume work documenting the history of the PCC from its inception to Robinson's time.
Impact and Legacy
Robinson's contributions have endured through his written works:
As a theologian, he helped clarify complex theological debates within the Presbyterian community.
His writing skills made him an effective communicator of faith-based ideas to a broad audience.
Why They Are Widely Quoted or Remembered
John Buchanan Robinson is remembered for his intellectual rigor and passionate commitment to understanding and articulating the principles of Presbyterianism.
Quotes by John Buchanan Robinson
It was the king’s army, the king’s people, the king’s taxes; and he who questioned the propriety of the royal prerogative of taking from his people without return or accounting, was reckoned, and felt himself to be, a criminal, guilty of the highest crime of disloyalty.
It was the king's army, the king's people, the king's taxes; and he who questioned the propriety of the royal prerogative of taking from his people without return or accounting, was reckoned, and felt himself to be, a criminal, guilty of the highest crime of disloyalty.
Large sums were paid for the use of money, because the available amount of gold and silver was far less than was needed to carry on the commercial transactions of the times.
Accordingly, when the supply of gold runs short, the security behind the notes is diminished, the loaning of notes is restricted or suspended, and the panic follows.
At present, financial crises occur, chiefly because the paper currency is redeemable in gold only.
But egoism is more than this. It is the realization by the individual that he is above all institutions and all formulas; that they exist only so far as he chooses to make them his own by accepting them.
Not an old woman that buys a paper of pins, without yielding a part of the price to the banks as interest!
