Archibald Alexander Net Worth

Archibald Alexander was an influential American theologian and professor, born in 1772. He was the founder and first principal of Princeton Theological Seminary, where he served for 27 years, and is considered the first of the great "Princeton theologians". Prior to this, he had served as the president of Hampden Sydney College, Virginia for nine years, and as the pastor of the Pine Street Presbyterian Church in Philadelphia. His life's purpose was to encourage the work of Christian ministry and to prepare for advising the masses about the scriptures. He was a prolific writer, contributing to the 'Princeton Review' and having his works translated into a number of foreign languages and used as textbooks in some colleges.
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Age, Biography and Wiki

Who is it? American theologian
Birth Day April 17, 1772
Birth Place United States
Age 247 YEARS OLD
Died On October 22, 1851(1851-10-22) (aged 79)
Birth Sign Taurus
Preceded by Drury Lacy (Acting)
Succeeded by William S. Reid (Acting)
Spouse(s) Janetta Waddel
Children Dr. James Waddel Alexander William Cowper Alexander Dr. Joseph Addison Alexander
Alma mater A.B. Washington & Lee D.D. Princeton University

💰 Net worth

Archibald Alexander, renowned as an American theologian in the United States, is projected to possess a net worth ranging from $100K to $1M in the year 2024. With his expertise in theology, Alexander has made significant contributions to the field and gained recognition for his insightful perspectives. Through his extensive research and teachings, he has become a prominent figure, impacting the intellectual and spiritual pursuits of many. As a theologian, Alexander's accomplishments have likely played a role in accumulating his estimated financial success.

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Biography/Timeline

1794

Archibald Alexander was born at South River, Rockbridge County, Virginia, and raised under the tuition and ministry of Presbyterian minister william Graham (1745–1799), a man who had been trained in theology by John Witherspoon. His grandfather, of Scottish descent, came from Ireland to Pennsylvania in 1736, and after a residence of two years removed to Virginia. william, father of Archibald, was a farmer and trader. At the age of ten Archibald was sent to the academy of william Graham at Timber Ridge meetinghouse (since developed into Washington and Lee University), at Lexington. At the age of seventeen he became a tutor in the family of General John Posey, of The Wilderness, twelve miles west of Fredericksburg, but after a few months resumed his studies with his former Teacher. At this time a remarkable movement, still spoken of as "the great revival," influenced his mind and he turned his attention to the study of divinity. He was licensed to preach October 1, 1791, ordained by the presbytery of Hanover 9 June 1794, and for seven years was an itinerant pastor in Charlotte and Prince Edward counties.

1802

His nephew, william Alexander Caruthers (1802–1846), was an American Novelist.

1804

His eldest son, James Waddel Alexander (1804–1859) was a Princeton graduate and Presbyterian minister. He wrote the life of his father, and edited his posthumous works. His second son, william Cowper Alexander (1806–1874) served as President of the New Jersey State Senate and as the first President of the Equitable Life Assurance Society. His third son was Joseph Addison Alexander (1809–1860), a biblical scholar.

1812

By the time he was 21 Alexander was a preacher of the Presbyterian Church. He was appointed the President of Hampden–Sydney College, where he served from 1797 to 1806 and from there he was called to the Third Presbyterian Church of Philadelphia. The Princeton Theological Seminary was established at Princeton, New Jersey in 1812 and Alexander was appointed its first professor, inaugurated on August 12, 1812. In 1824, he helped to found the Chi Phi Society along with Robert Baird and Charles Hodge. in 1843, he returned to Washington College to deliver an alumni address, which was one of his many publications.

1848

His grandson, william C. Alexander (1848–1937), was an executive with the Equitable Life Assurance Society, author, and founder of Pi Kappa Alpha Fraternity. His great-grandson, James Waddell Alexander II (1888–1971), was a noted Mathematician and topologist.

2019

The Presbyterian Historical Society in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania has a collection of Archibald Alexander’s personal papers dating from 1819 to 1851 including outgoing correspondence, manuscript articles and lecture notes.