He was also a prolific writer of prose and poetry, and his works were widely read and admired. His estimated salary is unknown.
Isaac Watts was a British hymn composer, poet, and theologian born in July 17, 1674. He is credited with more than 700 hymns, including the famous "Joy to the World," and his works were widely read and admired. His net worth is estimated to be $1 Million, though his salary is unknown.
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💰 Net worth: $1 Million (2024)
About
A British hymn composer, poet, and theologian, he is credited with more than 700 hymns, including the famous "Joy to the World."
Before Fame
He studied Greek, Hebrew and Latin at King Edward VI School in Southampton, England.
Trivia
Also a logician, he published a 1724 textbook with the lengthy title of Logic, or The Right Use of Reason in the Enquiry After Truth With a Variety of Rules to Guard Against Error in the Affairs of Religion and Human Life, as well as in the Sciences.
Family Life
He grew up in a family of religious Nonconformists, and his father was twice imprisoned for his beliefs.
Associated With
His poem, Against Idleness and Mischief, was parodied by author Lewis Carroll in Alice's Adventures in Wonderland.
