Encyclopedic Dictionary of Bible and Theology

Chalmer, Alexander a Scotch clergyman, was licensed to preach in 1695; called to the living at Forteviot in 1696, and ordained, and died before Feb. 17,1697. See Fasti Eccles. Scoticanae, 2, 641. Fuente: Cyclopedia of Biblical, Theological and Ecclesiastical Literature

Chalmer is the early form of the frequent Scotch name CHALMERS, and hence both appear in the same family below. Fuente: Cyclopedia of Biblical, Theological and Ecclesiastical Literature

Challoner Society, The Organization formed in England in 1928 to afford an opportunity for “cradle” and “convert” Catholics to meet each other socially. Meetings are held at the Interval Club, London. Lectures of special interest to converts are given. Fuente: New Catholic Dictionary

Challoner, Richard (1691-1781) Bishop of Debra, vicar Apostolic of the London district, born Lewes, England ; died London. Born of Protestant parents, he was received into the Catholic Church at the age of 13, and educated at Douai, where he was later professor and vice-president. In 1730 he entered with zeal into the work of … Continue reading “Challoner, Richard”

Challis, James M a Baptist minister, was born in Philadelphia, Pa., Jan. 4,1779. He united with the Church in Salem, N.J., which gave him a license to preach. After studying for a short time with Rev. Dr. Holcombe of Philadelphia, he was ordained in 1822 pastor of the Church at Upper Freehold, N.J., and remained … Continue reading “Challis, James M”

Challis, James an English divine and scholar, was born in 1803, and was educated at Trinity College, Cambridge, where he graduated in 1825 as senior wrangler. He was ordained in 1830, and in 1836 was appointed professor of astronomy and experimental philosophy in Cambridge University, and director; positions which he held until his death, Dec. … Continue reading “Challis, James”

Challenge SEE SINGLE COMBAT. Fuente: Cyclopedia of Biblical, Theological and Ecclesiastical Literature Challenge CHALLENGE.To challenge in the language of AV [Note: Authorized Version.] is to claim, as in Goldings tr. [Note: translate or translation.] of Calvins Job, p. 578; Iob neuer went about to challenge such perfection, as to have no sinne in him. The … Continue reading “Challenge”

Challe, Charles Michel Ange a French artist, was born at Paris, March 18, 1718. He gained no great reputation as a painter, but attained sufficient distinction as an architect and mathematician to be chosen an academician in 1753, and professor the same year. He painted several works, among which was a picture in the Church … Continue reading “Challe, Charles Michel Ange”

Challamuth SEE PURSLAIN. Fuente: Cyclopedia of Biblical, Theological and Ecclesiastical Literature

Challamish SEE FLINT. Fuente: Cyclopedia of Biblical, Theological and Ecclesiastical Literature