John Nevins Andrews (1829-1883) was the first Seventh-day Adventist missionary to countries outside North America—called at the time, “the best we had.” He early developed skill in Biblical studies; he could read the Bible in seven languages and, reportedly, could reproduce the New Testament from memory. In 1867 he became the third president of the General Conference, and from 1869-1870, an editor of the Review and Herald. As a theologian Elder Andrews made significant contributions to the development of various doctrines of the Adventist denomination. His most important publication was History of the Sabbath and the First Day of the Week. WEWMM 22.1