Who is The Father of Salomon's House from New Atlantis ; and, the Great Instauration and what is their importance?

The Father of Salomon's House is the priest that grants the sailors permission to send one of their number to have a private audience with him to learn about the purpose and practices of the Brethren of Salomon's House. He gives an extended soliloquy about the nature of the Brethren's scientific inquiry and the enormous resources they have at their disposal.