Ellen G. White

Ellen Gould White (née Harmon) (November 26, 1827 – July 16,1915) was co-founder of Seventh-day Adventism. Most of her life she lived and worked in the United States, except for a period of 1890-1900 in Australia and some short visitations to Europe.

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November 26 - 1827 - July 16 - 1915 - Seventh-day Adventism - United States - 1890 - 1900 - Australia - Europe

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Ellen White was a prolific writer. She is said to be the most translated female writer in the history of literature and the most translated American author of either gender. Her writings covered topics of theology, evangelism, Christian lifestyle, education and health (she also advocated vegetarianism). She was a leader who emphasized education and health and promoted establishment of schools and medical centers.

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Writer - Theology - Evangelism - Christian - Lifestyle - Education - Health - Vegetarianism - Leader - Schools

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During her lifetime she wrote more than 5,000 periodical articles and 40 books; but today, including compilations from her 50,000 pages of manuscript, more than 100 titles are available in English. Among her works is the popular Christian book, Steps to Christ.

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Believed by Seventh-day Adventists to be inspired by God, she wrote books that have touched the lives of many, and have moved the hearts of men and women. Considered by some to be the prophetess for the end-times, through the Holy Spirit, she sought to draw more and more to studying the Word of God, and preparing the world for the Second Advent, or second coming of Christ.

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Advent - Christ

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The Seventh-Day Adventist Church states in its 28 Fundamental Beliefs:

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"#18. The Gift of Prophecy:

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One of the gifts of the Holy Spirit is prophecy. This gift is an identifying mark of the remnant church and was manifested in the ministry of Ellen. G. White . As the Lord's messenger, her writings are a continuing and authoritative source of truth which provide for the church comfort, guidance, instruction, and correction. They also make clear that the Bible is the standard by which all teaching and experience must be tested. (Joel 2:28, 29; Acts 2:14-21; Heb. 1:1-3; Rev. 12:17; 19:10.)" (see http://www.adventist.org/beliefs/fundamental/)

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Mrs. White did not encourage the use of "prophet", not feeling comfortable with the label in reference to herself, rather, she preferred "messenger".

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Her last home, Elmshaven in Saint Helena, California, is a National Historic Landmark.

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Saint Helena, California - National Historic Landmark

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