This is a view with which few perhaps would today agree, for the writing of poetry, more specifically hymns, is the one thing above all others for which Charles Wesley has been remembered. So it is a pleasure to be here and to able to present some thoughts on the topic of 'Charles Wesley in Historical Context: Poet, Priest and Theologian'.Īccording to his more famous brother John, Charles Wesley was a man of many talents of which the least was his ability to write poetry. But for some Charles may even be inspirational in that he, more precisely his poetic work, may help those who are looking to achieve a sharper focus on that which is by definition is always in need of further clarification: our picture of God. For some Charles will be an example of the heights to which the human spirit may aspire poetically. And I do use that word fully conscious of what some in this room may understand by it - an individual who is able to lift our spirits and to help us catch at least a glimpse of something far greater than ourselves. I am very pleased to do so since, as I hope will come across in this lecture, Charles is an individual who I personally find inspiring. My task is to speak on the subject of Charles Wesley in this the tercentenary year of his birth. I am deeply indebted to those who very kindly invited me to speak this evening I hope that I will repay the kindness by presenting a lecture that is at least tolerably interesting to this audience gathered here. May I begin by saying that what a pleasure it is for me to be invited to deliver this lecture here at Gresham College. CHARLES WESLEY IN HISTORICAL PERSPECTIVE:
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