Who is Thomas Fuller
Thomas Fuller (baptised 19 June 1608 – 16 August 1661) was an English churchman and historian. He is now remembered for his writings, particularly his Worthies of England, published in 1662, after his death. He was a prolific author, and one of the first English writers able to live by his pen (and his many patrons).Early life
Fuller was the eldest son of Thomas Fuller, rector of Aldwinkle St Peter's, Northamptonshire. He was born at his father's rectory and was baptised on 19 June 1608. Dr John Davenant, bishop of Salisbury, was his uncle and godfather. According to John Aubrey, Fuller was "a boy of pregnant wit". At thirteen he was admitted to Queens' College, Cambridge, then presided over by John Davenant. His cousin, Edward Davenant, was a tutor there. He di...
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- Abused patience turns to fury.
- All commend patience, but none can endure to suffer.
- It is madness for sheep to talk peace with a wolf.
- Don't let your will roar when your power only whispers.
- An ounce of cheerfulness is worth a pound of sadness to serve God with.
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Justice78602373: memory is the treasure house of the mind wherein the monuments thereof are kept and preserved.” ~ thomas fuller sushant memories linger on
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