06/08/1699 AD born
From Alexander Cruden – Madness or Affliction?:
Alexander Cruden was born on June 8 1699 in Aberdeen, the 2nd son of William and Isobel Cruden. His father had inherited money and a nice house from Alexander’s grandfather who was a merchant. Alexander was educated first at Aberdeen Grammar School and then from the age of 13 at Marischal (pronounced “Marshall” College at the University of Aberdeen. It is said that like William Tyndale, Alexander was “singular addicted to the study of Scriptures”. He believed the Bible was “a guide-book or instruction manual” of life and he soon made the decision to enter the ministry.
Aberdeen, Scotland
Lattitude: 57.1497° N
Longitude: 2.0943° W
Region: Europe
Modern Day United Kingdom
Lattitude: 57.1497° N
Longitude: 2.0943° W
Region: Europe
Modern Day United Kingdom
