Encyclopedic Dictionary of Bible and Theology

Perronet, Edward was the son of Vincent Perronet (q.v.), and for some time the associate of the Wesleys. In Charles Wesley’s diary he appears under the affectionate nickname of Ned. In college Perronet figured as one of the poetic trio beside John and Charles Wesley. In 1746 he traveled with Charles Wesley in the north … Continue reading “Perronet, Edward”

Perronet, Charles a Wesleyan preacher in the days of the founder of Methodism, and one of the companions of the Wesleys, was born about 1720 at Shoreham, England, where his father was then vicar. He was educated at Oxford University, and was untended for the ministry in the Church Establishment. But becoming interested in the … Continue reading “Perronet, Charles”

Perrone, Giovanni Jesuit theologian, born Chieri, Italy, 1794; died Rome, Italy, 1876. He taught dogmatic theology at the Roman College and was active in the definition of the Immaculate Conception. His most important work is the Theological Lectures. Fuente: New Catholic Dictionary Perrone, Giovanni Jesuit theologian, b. at Chieri, Italy, 11 March, 1794; d. at … Continue reading “Perrone, Giovanni”

Perrone, Cardinal SEE PERRON. Fuente: Cyclopedia of Biblical, Theological and Ecclesiastical Literature

Perron, Jacques Davy Du an eminent Roman Catholic prelate, distinguished for his learning and influence, was descended from ancient and noble families on both sides. His parents, having been educated in the principles of Calvin, retired to Geneva; and settled afterwards in the canton of Berne, where he was born, Nov. 25, 1556. His father, … Continue reading “Perron, Jacques Davy Du”

Perrine, William Henry, D.D a Methodist Episcopal minister, was born at Lyons, N.Y., October 8, 1827, and moved with his parents to Michigan in 1833. He was converted at the age of thirteen; in 1853 graduated at the Spring Arbor College, having entered the ministry in 1851. The following are his successive appointments: South Albion, … Continue reading “Perrine, William Henry, D.D”

Perrine, Matthew La Rue, D.D a Presbyterian minister, was born at Freehold. Monmouth County, N. J, May 4 1777. He entered the College of New Jersey in 1794, graduated in 1797, and was licensed to preach by the Presbytery of New Brunswick Sept. 18,1799. In May, 1800, he was appointed a missionary; on June 24 … Continue reading “Perrine, Matthew La Rue, D.D (2)”

Perrincheif, Richard a noted English divine, was born near the opening of the 17th century, and was educated at Cambridge University. He was made prebend of Westminster in 1664, prebend of London in 1667, and archdeacon of Huntingdonl in 1670. He died in 1673. He published, Sermon (Lond. 1666, 4to): Discourse on Toleration (1667, 4to): … Continue reading “Perrincheif, Richard”

Perrimezzi, Giuseppe-Maria a learned Italian prelate, was born Dec. 17, 1670, at Paula, Calabria. He joined the Order of the Minims, and acquired, by his preaching and his writings, a considerable reputation. He became successively provincial of his order and a member of the Holy Office and of the Congregation of the Index. In 1707 … Continue reading “Perrimezzi, Giuseppe-Maria”

Perrier, Guillaume a painter and engraver, nephew and scholar of the preceding, flourished about the middle of the 17th century, and died in 1655. His works are executed in the style of his uncle. Among his principal pictures are those in the sacristy of the Minims at Lyons, where he had taken refuge, having killed … Continue reading “Perrier, Guillaume”