John Cairns was a 19th century scholar noted for his work in mathematics, classics and philosophy. He became a Presbyterian minister who was noted for his impressiveness when preaching and by his broad and unaffected humanity. He spoke numerous languages to better his understanding of literature and theology. Cairns spent time in Europe familiarizing himself with the ideas of the younger theologians. His work in the Presbyterian Church had a huge influence on the modern day church. His biography is a fascinating historical book.
John Cairns was a 19th century scholar noted for his work in mathematics, classics and philosophy. He became a Presbyterian minister who was noted for his impressiveness when preaching and by his broad and unaffected humanity. He spoke numerous languages to better his understanding of literature and theology. Cairns spent time in Europe familiarizing himself with the ideas of the younger theologians. His work in the Presbyterian Church had a huge influence on the modern day church. His biography is a fascinating historical book.