Definition

Proper noun: * John Henry Newman: An English prelate (high-ranking clergyman) and theologian. He is historically significant as a co-founder of the Oxford Movement, which sought to renew the Church of England by emphasizing its Catholic heritage. Later in his life, he converted to Roman Catholicism, in which he was eventually made a cardinal.

Usage Examples

• Proper noun:
  • The theological writings of John Henry Newman continue to be studied in universities.
  • John Henry Newman was a leading intellectual figure of the 19th century.
  • The conversion of John Henry Newman was a major event in Victorian religious history.

Advanced Usage

• "Newman's Apologia Pro Vita Sua": Refers to his famous spiritual autobiography, "Apologia Pro Vita Sua" (A Defense of His Life), which explains his religious development and conversion.
  • Scholars often analyze Newman's Apologia Pro Vita Sua to understand his journey of faith.
• "The Newman Association": Refers to organizations, often in academic settings, named in his honor that focus on the dialogue between faith and reason.
  • The university's Newman Association hosts lectures on Catholic intellectual thought.

Variants and Related Words

• Cardinal Newman: A common way to refer to him after his elevation within the Catholic Church.
  • The prayers of Cardinal Newman are still used by many.
• Newmanite (adj/n, historical): Pertaining to or a follower of Newman's ideas, particularly during the Oxford Movement.
  • The Newmanite faction argued for a restoration of ancient liturgical practices.

Synonyms

• Cardinal Newman: The most direct synonym referencing his later life.
• Theologian: Describes his primary intellectual vocation.
• Convert: Highlights the pivotal act of his religious life.

Related Idioms or Phrases

• "To follow the path of Newman": An idiom meaning to undergo a profound religious conversion or intellectual journey, especially towards Catholicism.
  • After years of study, he felt compelled to follow the path of Newman.

Noun

1. English prelate and theologian who (with John Keble and Edward Pusey) founded the Oxford movement; Newman later turned to Roman Catholicism and became a cardinal (1801-1890)