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Ezekiel Hopkins: Anglican Theologian and Bishop Ezekiel Hopkins (c. 1633–1690) was a prominent 17th-century Anglican divine, preacher, and bishop in the Church of Ireland, renowned for his eloquent sermons, pastoral zeal, and theological writings that blended Reformed orthodoxy with practical divinity.

Often associated with Puritan influences despite his episcopal role, Hopkins emphasized themes like covenant theology, repentance, and the vanity of worldly pursuits, making him a bridge between nonconformist and established church traditions. Early Life and Education Born around 1633 in Sandford, Devon, England, Hopkins was the son of John Hopkins, the local minister.

He received his early education locally before entering Magdalen College, Oxford, in 1649 as a chorister. He graduated with a B.A. in 1653 and an M.A. in 1656, after which the college appointed him chaplain—a role he fulfilled diligently for four years.

Career: Hopkins's ministry began in earnest in London, where his preaching gained him rapid acclaim. He assisted Dr. William Spurstowe at St. John’s, Hackney, and married Spurstowe's niece (who died soon after). Later, he wed Lady Araminta, daughter of the Earl of Radnor.

In 1666, he returned to Devon as minister of St. Mary Arches in Exeter. Three years later, in 1669, he moved to Ireland as chaplain to Lord Radnor and was appointed Dean of Raphoe. His rise continued in 1671 when he became Bishop of Raphoe under Lord Berkeley's administration.

A decade later, in 1681, he was translated to the more prestigious Bishopric of Derry (Londonderry), where he served until 1690. There, Hopkins was active in preaching to reunite dissenters with the Church of Ireland, highlighting its apostolic roots through his exemplary life and pulpit ministry.

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