History of william j seymour
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Seymour, William Joseph
William Joseph Seymour (1870–1922) was a prominent African-American religious leader in the early twentieth century. An ordained minister and the son of freed slaves, he is regarded as one of the founders of modern Pentecostalism.
Seymour was one of the most influential African-American religious leaders of his time, and his impact can be felt even today.
Seymour was largely responsible for the establishment of the modern Pentecostal movement.
History of william j seymour
Moreover, many aspects of his message resonate with the concerns of today's religious and social leaders. He advocated for racial integration, as it would lead to unity with Christ, and he also had no objections to women taking leadership roles in the church.
Seymour was born on May 2, 1870, in Centerville, Louisiana, within the St.
Mary Parish. His parents, both recently freed slaves, were Simon Seymour and Phyllis Salabarr. During Seymour's infancy and childhood, his family had affiliations with the Baptist an