John Colenso

John Colenso (1814–1883) was a mathematician, presbyter and translator.

Also recorded as Rt. Rev. John William Colenso; John William Colenso; Con Kolenso; Bishop Colenso.

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Overview

Recorded at birth as John William Colenso.

Born at St Austell in 1814, died at Pietermaritzburg in 1883.

In detail

John Colenso studied at St John's College. training under John Hymers is recorded. the recorded working language is English.

Employment is recorded with Harrow School, St John's College and Church of England. Positions recorded include Bishop of Natal and parson.

Distinctions recorded are Smith's Prize.

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    “John Colenso”, English Wikipedia, consulted as further reading

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    Wikidata, structured authority record Q1395000: John Colenso

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