Henry Ward Beecher (June 24, 1813 – March 8, 1887) was an American Congregationalist clergyman, social reformer, and speaker, known for his support of the abolition of slavery, his emphasis on God's love, and his 1875 adultery trial. His rhetorical focus on Christ's love has influenced mainstream Christianity to this day.
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24 June 1813 Litchfield, Connecticut, United States
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Died |
8 March 1887 (aged 73) Brooklyn, New York, United States
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Zodiac | Cancer |
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