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William Tyndale, (1943). Creator: Unknown
William Tyndale, (1943). Undated portrait of a man, previously believed to be English translator and martyr William Tyndale (c1494-1536). Tyndale set out to translate the Bible into common English. Because his translation was unauthorised by the Church, and because of his support for the Reformation, Tyndale was forced to work on his project in Germany. Printed in Cologne in 1525, Tyndales New Testament was the first English translation to take advantage of the new medium of printing, enabling it to have a wide distribution. It was banned by the authorities however, and Tyndale was burned at the stake at Vilvorde, Belgium in 1536. Painting in the collection of Hertford College, Oxford. From " The English Bible", by Sir Herbert Grierson. [Collins, London, 1943]
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This print captures the undated portrait of William Tyndale, a renowned English translator and martyr. In his quest to translate the Bible into common English, Tyndale faced numerous challenges due to the unauthorized nature of his work and his support for the Reformation movement. Forced to seek refuge in Germany, he printed his groundbreaking New Testament in Cologne in 1525, becoming the first English translation to benefit from the revolutionary medium of printing. Despite its wide distribution, Tyndale's translation was banned by authorities who opposed his efforts. Tragically, he met a gruesome fate when he was burned at the stake in Vilvorde, Belgium in 1536. This portrait is housed within Hertford College at Oxford University and is featured in Sir Herbert Grierson's book "The English Bible" published in London during 1943. The image showcases Tyndale with a direct gaze towards the camera, exuding determination and resilience amidst adversity. It symbolizes not only his significant contribution to literature but also highlights him as an innovator during a transformative period for Christianity and British society. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of Tyndale's martyrdom and enduring legacy as one of history's most influential translators. His unwavering dedication paved the way for future generations to access religious texts freely while leaving an indelible mark on both religious and social history alike.
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