Born around 1490 in Glasgow, he was the son of Thomas Stewart of Minto. Details about his early life are obscure, but it is known that he attended the University of Glasgow before travelling to continental Europe to study theology and canon law.
Born around 1490 in Glasgow, he was the son of Thomas Stewart of Minto. Although details about his early life are vague, it is clear that he attended the University of Glasgow before traveling to continental Europe for further education in theology and canon law.