Matthew Sutcliffe

Matthew Sutcliffe
Bornc. 1550
Died1629
Known forDean of Exeter
Parent(s)John Sutcliffe
Margaret Owlsworth

Matthew Sutcliffe (c. 1550 – 1629) was an English clergyman, academic and lawyer. He became Dean of Exeter, and wrote extensively on religious matters as a controversialist. He served as chaplain to King James I of England. He was the founder of Chelsea College, a royal centre for the writing of theological literature that was closed at the behest of Charles I. He also played a part in the early settlement of New England as an investor.

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