O God of truth and peace, who didst raise up thy servant Richard Hooker in a day of bitter controversy to defend with sound reasoning and great charity the catholic and reformed religion: Grant that we may maintain that middle way, not as a compromise for the sake of peace, but as a comprehension for the sake of truth; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who liveth and reigneth with thee and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
2 Nov 1600: d. Richard Hooker key #English theologian at Bishopsbourne #Kent #otd (BM) pic.twitter.com/M3KUEZqX0W
— John McCafferty (@jdmccafferty) November 2, 2025