Rutherford's Monument, Memorial obelisk in Anwoth, Scotland.
Description
Rutherford's Monument is a 19th-century granite obelisk standing on a square base between Anwoth and Gatehouse of Fleet, rising approximately 56 feet (17 meters) high. Detailed inscriptions cover its north and south faces, honoring the theologian and his connection to the area.
History
The monument was built in 1842 to honor Samuel Rutherford, but suffered severe lightning damage in 1847. Stone mason Robert Hume completely rebuilt the obelisk in 1851, preserving it as a testament to Rutherford's legacy.
Culture
The monument commemorates Samuel Rutherford, a theologian who served as minister of Anwoth from 1627 to 1639 and later taught at St Andrews University. The inscriptions on the south face tell of his importance to the local church history and the spiritual life of the region.
Practical
The monument stands in open countryside and is easily visible from the road between Anwoth and Gatehouse of Fleet, with plenty of space to view it up close. It is accessible year-round, though there are no facilities or shelter directly at the site.
Did you know?
Nearby stands the Millennium Monument from 2000, honoring all ministers of Anwoth and Girthon since the Reformation. The two structures together form an unexpected pair of religious memorials in this rural setting.
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