James Usher (Noun)
Meaning
Irish prelate who deduced from the Bible that Creation occurred in the year 4004 BC (1581-1656).
Classification
Nouns denoting people.
Examples
- James Ussher was a prominent figure in the Church of Ireland during the 17th century.
- The chronology of James Ussher was widely accepted by scholars for over a century.
- James Ussher's most famous work, "Annales Veteris Testamenti," was published in 1650.
- The calculations of James Ussher were based on his interpretation of biblical genealogies and historical records.
- The theory of James Ussher that the world was created in 4004 BC was later disputed by scientists.