John Still (c. 1543 – 26 February 1607/8), bishop of Bath and Wells enjoyed considerable fame as a preacher and disputant. He was formerly reputed to be the author of the early English comedy drama Gammer Gurton's Needle (see below).
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“This is my beloved Son, in whom I am well pleased.”
—Bible: New Testament Matthew, 3:17.
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