Robert Barclay was born on December 23, 1648. A scholarly youth, Robert studied in Paris where a wealthy uncle offered to make him his heir if only he would join the Roman Catholic Church. Meanwhile, Robert’s father, David Barclay, had become a Quaker. In 1667, Robert followed his example and joined the Society of Friends. [...]
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