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St. John Henry Newman
English prelate, theologian, and poet John Henry Newman converted to Roman Catholicism in 1845. He was made a cardinal in 1879.
St. John Henry Newman was a noted poet and theologian who authored several well-known hymns. His most famous compositions include:
- "Lead, Kindly Light": Written in 1833 while he was becalmed at sea between Sardinia and Corsica.1
- "Praise to the Holiest in the Height": Featured in his 1865 work, The Dream of Gerontius.1
- "Firmly I Believe and Truly": Also included in The Dream of Gerontius, which was based upon the requiem offices.1