David Carnegie Andrew Agnew

“ In 1665 he commenced practice in Paris as an advocate. But he changed law for divinity, and we find him admitted to the pastoral care of Lisy, in the province of Ile de France and diocese of Meaux, in 1675. According to custom, he assumed one of his father’s titles, and was styled Le Sieur De La Mothe. He was translated to the church of Rouen in 1682, and entered upon his charge there; but Lisy continued vacant; and “having compassion on sheep without a shepherd,” he returned to his original congregation, sacrificing all personal advantage for their sake. ”

“ In private life he was a judicious and useful friend. His early education had led him to acquire good business habits; and he was quite capable of mastering the English laws and customs as to property. The refugees frequently consulted him and thoroughly trusted him. His letter to his nephew, Jean Robethon, has already been given to my readers.
In public life he was known by his efforts to expose the delusions of the three Camisard prophets, and also by his appeals on behalf of the French Protestant martyrs in the galleys of France. ”

“ Jacques Conrart, escuyer, advocate in the Parliament, and Suzanne Berthe, his wife; Anne and Elizabeth Berthe, brothers and sisters. Samuel Bedé, escuyer, Sieur De Loisillière; Benjamin Bedé, escuyer, Sieur De Longcourt; Mr. Phillippes Auguste Perraux, procurator in the Parliament; Dame Olimpe Bedé, widow of _____ Hardy, escuyer; Seigneur De la Fosse, cousins. Jacques Conrart, escuyer, councillor, secretary of the King, and Dame Susan Regnard, his wife ”