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Dwight L. Moody
American evangelist
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About Dwight L. Moody
Dwight Lyman Moody was one of the most prominent American Christian evangelists in the 19th century. He founded the “Moody Bible Institute”, “Moody Church”, “Moody Publishers” and “Northfield Mount Hermon School.
Background & Early Life
Northfield, Massachusetts, was his hometown. Having lost his father at age 4, his mother raised him as a Unitarian. At age 17, he left Northfield, Massachusetts and moved to Boston to find a better-paying job. He later converted from “Unitarianism” to “Evangelicalism”.
Career & Evangelism
In 1860, he gave up his shoe business in Chicago and turned to full-time missionary work.
Between 1861 and 1873, he was an active member of the “Young Men’s Christian Association (YMCA)” and served as the president of the Chicago association.
In 1870, he met the famous hymn writer Ira D. Sankey. Together with Ira, they significantly contributed to developing the “gospel hymn” and organized several evangelical tours across Great Britain between 1873 and 1884.
He organized many mass revivals in America, which prominent business executives sponsored. Additionally, he supported charity and the poor and helped alleviate social problems through his evangelism. He was widely regarded for setting the patterns for evangelism in large American cities.
Death
He died from congestive heart failure at age 62 on December 26, 1899.
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F.A.Q. about Dwight L. Moody
When is his birthday?
Dwight L. Moody's birthday is on February 5, 1837.
In how many days is his birthday?
Dwight's birthday is in 294 days
How old was Dwight when he died?
He was 62 years old.
When did he die?
He died in December 22, 1899.
How old would he be today?
Dwight L. Moody would be 187 years old if he was alive today.
Where was Dwight from?
He was born in Northfield, Massachusetts, U.S..