Charles Ebert Orr

Born in 1861 and active into the early 20th century, Charles Ebert Orr was an American religious writer and minister whose books focused on holiness, Christian conduct, and everyday spiritual life. His writings were practical in tone, meant to instruct and encourage rather than impress.

His best-known works include The Gospel Day; Or, the Light of Christianity, How to Live a Holy Life, and Food for the Lambs; or, Helps for Young Christians. Many of his books continued to circulate long after his lifetime through public-domain editions and religious archives, showing the steady interest readers have had in his plainspoken style.

Orr died in 1933. Though not a household name today, he remains of interest to readers of devotional literature and early holiness movement writing, especially those looking for direct, earnest reflections on Christian living.