Overview
John Hume DD (c.1703–26 June 1782) was an English bishop.
Early life and education
John Hume was the son of Rev. William Hume (1651-1714) of Milton, Devon, and his wife Jane Robertson (d. 1733). Hume matriculated at Merton College, Oxford on 31 March 1721, aged 15. He migrated to Corpus Christi College, Oxford, graduating B.A. 1724, M.A. 1727, B.D. & D.D. 1743.
Career
He became a Canon of Westminster (28 June 1742 – 1748) and a Canon of St Paul's Cathedral (30 March 1748 – 1766).
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