author
William Arnot
1808–1875
A Scottish preacher and devotional writer whose books brought biblical teaching down to earth with vivid, practical illustrations. His work grew out of a long ministry and a gift for speaking to ordinary readers with warmth and clarity.
1 Audiobook
The Parables of Our Lord
by William Arnot
About the author
Born in 1808 near Scone, Scotland, William Arnot first trained as a gardener before studying at the University of Glasgow and entering the ministry. He was ordained in the Church of Scotland, and after the Disruption of 1843 he joined the Free Church of Scotland.
Arnot became well known as a preacher, especially through his years at St Peter's in Glasgow, and later served in Edinburgh. Alongside his pastoral work, he wrote widely read religious books and commentaries, including works on the parables of Jesus and the Book of Proverbs.
He died in 1875. Readers who come to Arnot today usually find a writer who aims to make scripture practical, memorable, and closely connected to everyday life.