... upon Scottish identity. shire of Bible versions Covenant divine Edinburgh burgh of England Genevan English speaking congregation Goodman Christopher c 1519 1603 co minister of Genevan congregation and close friend of Knox Goodman Papers History writing of Ireland 19 August sermon and General...

... of Scottish identity—family and kindred—would propel Knox into a life of spirituality. Since Knox was not the eldest son and would not be inheriting the merchant's business, he instead made his career in the Church, the best opportunity for upward social mobility. Baptism Catholicism Church in Scotland late...