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# Hughes Oliphant Old

(1933–2016)   Theologian

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Hughes Oliphant Old was a theologian.

## Quick Facts About Hughes Oliphant Old

Born April 13, 1933

Died May 24, 2016

Profession Theologian

## About Hughes Oliphant Old

American theologian... \| Hughes Oliphant Old was an American theologian and academic. Until his retirement in 2014 he was the John H. Leith Professor of Reformed Theology and Worship at Erskine Theological Seminary. Previously he had taught at Princeton Theological Seminary.

##  Quotes by Hughes Oliphant Old

> [“Whatever the reason, the fact is that there was no widespread catechetical teaching for Christian children. Things were going to change. The…](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/hughes-oliphant-old/whatever-the-reason-the-fact-is-that-there-was-no-widespread/)

Hughes Oliphant Old

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