John Henry Newton (1725 – 1807) was a British sailor who became an Anglican minister after his powerfulconversion while still at sea. He started his career at sea at a young age and was involved with the slave trade for some years. He himself was also enslaved for a period. He is remembered today chiefly as a preacher, writer abolitionist and the author of many hymns, including Amazing Grace. Do check out the John Newton project here.
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