Jonathan Edwards

October 5, 1703 – March 22, 1758

Theologian & Preacher

Preached Sinners in the Hands of an Angry God and sparked revival

Biography

American revivalist preacher, philosopher, and Congregationalist Protestant theologian. Key figure in the First Great Awakening and third president of Princeton University.

Faith & Testimony

Edwards is widely regarded as America's greatest theologian. His sermon 'Sinners in the Hands of an Angry God' is one of the most famous sermons in American history. His theological works on the nature of true virtue and religious affections remain deeply influential.

Sources

Jonathan Edwards (theologian) — Wikipedia — Biography of America's greatest theologian
Sinners in the Hands of an Angry God — Wikipedia — His most famous sermon from the First Great Awakening
The Jonathan Edwards Center at Yale University — Academic center preserving Edwards's works and legacy