Robert Aitken (1800–1873) was a Scottish popular preacher who formed 'The Christian Society', with his following primarily drawn from Methodist and Anglican believers, promoting a mix of evangelism and tractarianism.
Robert Aitken | |
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| Born | Robert Aitken 1800 Jedburgh, Scotland |
| Died | 22 September 1873 (aged 72–73) |
| Resting place | Family vault, St John's, Pendeen |
| Nationality | British |
| Known for | The Christian Society |
| Spouses | Anna Elizabeth Eyers
(m. 1824; died 1836)Wilhelmina Day McDowall-Grant
(m. 1845) |
| Children | (8) - 6 with A.E. Eyres - 2 with W. D. M. Grant |