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John Philip Newman
1826–1899
A prominent Methodist leader and preacher in 19th-century America, he paired a long church career with a substantial body of travel writing, sermons, and religious commentary. His books often bring together faith, public life, and firsthand observation.
3 Audiobooks
The Bible and Polygamy: Does the Bible Sanction Polygamy?
by Orson Pratt, George Q. (George Quayle) Cannon, John Philip Newman, George Albert Smith
"America for Americans!" The Typical American, Thanksgiving Sermon
by John Philip Newman
About the author
Born in New York City in 1826, John Philip Newman became a minister in the Methodist Episcopal Church and later rose to bishop. He was elected to the episcopacy in 1888, and his public career also included service as chaplain of the United States Senate, which helped make him a well-known religious figure in Washington.
Alongside his church work, he wrote extensively. Records of his publications show a wide range that included religious works such as Christianity Triumphant, travel-themed books like From Dan to Beersheba, and other sermons, addresses, and reflections. That mix of ministry, public speaking, and print culture gives his writing a strong sense of conviction and historical presence.
He died in 1899. Today, he is remembered both as an influential Methodist bishop and as a prolific 19th-century author whose books reflect the religious and civic concerns of his era.