benson
benson — biographical name
1. Edward White Benson (1829–1896), a British clergyman who served as Archbishop of
Edward White Benson (1829–1896), a British clergyman who served as Archbishop of Canterbury from 1882 until his death.
Edward White Benson, appointed Archbishop of Canterbury in 1882, served until his death in 1896.
historical reference to a specific person
Anjali read about Benson's influence on the Victorian church while researching nineteenth-century religious history.
Ziad came across Benson's name while studying the history of the Anglican Communion.
Ramón's textbook noted that Benson supported the Oxford Movement within the Church of England.
used with historical titles and ecclesiastical contexts
The Canterbury Cathedral archives contain several letters written by Benson to fellow clergy.
Usage Note
A historical figure best known as the Archbishop of Canterbury during the late Victorian era.