William Tyndale, translator, reformer and martyr
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William Tyndale, translator, reformer and martyr
William Tyndale (c.1494-1536), translator of the Bible into English, reformer and martyr
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In this evocative portrait, William Tyndale (c.1494-1536) gazes intently out at the viewer with a determined expression, his hands resting on a table cluttered with books and papers. Tyndale, an English scholar and theologian, is best known for his groundbreaking work in translating the Bible into English, a feat that would ultimately lead to his execution as a heretic. Born in Gloucestershire, Tyndale studied at Oxford University before traveling to Europe to continue his education. It was during his time on the continent that he became deeply influenced by the ideas of the Protestant Reformation, which was gaining momentum throughout Europe. Determined to bring the Word of God to the English people, Tyndale began translating the New Testament into English in 1525. He worked in secret, fearing persecution from the Catholic Church, which held a monopoly on the distribution of the Bible in England. Tyndale's translation was the first to use the word "God" to refer to the Father, rather than the traditional "Lord," and it also used the more modern English language of the day. Despite the risks, Tyndale's translation was a huge success, and it is believed that over 10,000 copies were smuggled into England before he was captured in 1535. Tyndale was tried for heresy and condemned to be burned at the stake on October 6, 1536. His last words were reportedly, "Lord, open the King of England's eyes." Tyndale's legacy was immense. His translation of the Bible laid the groundwork for the King James Version, which was published in 1611, and it also influenced the development of the English language itself. Today, Tyndale is remembered as a hero of the Protestant Reformation and a champion of religious freedom. This powerful portrait captures the intensity and determination of a man who risked everything to bring the Word of God to his people.
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