How does Steele portray the character of the Clergyman Richard Steele - was a popular English essayist He wrote with Addison - and started The Spectator in In The Spectator Club Friday March Steele describes the clergyman briefly but respectfully The clergyman visits the club only sometimes However his presence is important for all members Let us see him Seldom Visits Great Impact The clergyman visits the club rarely Steele writes He visits us but seldom but when he does it adds to every man else a new enjoyment of himself His company makes the meetings more pleasant He brings out the best in each member Man of Learning and Philosophy Steele says he is a very philosophic man of general learning He has knowledge in many fields The clergyman thinks wisely and is very educated Members respect his learned opinions Sanctity and Good Life The clergyman is respected for