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First page of St Matthews Gospel from William Tyndales English New Testament, 1525
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First page of St Matthews Gospel from William Tyndales English New Testament, 1525
First page of St Matthews Gospel from William Tyndales English New Testament, 1525. Tyndale (c1494-1536) set out to translate the Bible into common English. Because his translation was unauthorised by the Church, and 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
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This print showcases the first page of St Matthew's Gospel from William Tyndale's English New Testament, dating back to 1525. In his pursuit 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. Consequently, he was compelled to carry out this monumental task in Germany. Printed in Cologne during a time when printing technology was rapidly advancing, Tyndale's New Testament became the first English translation that could be widely distributed thanks to this innovative medium. However, its circulation was met with resistance as it clashed with established authorities who subsequently banned it. Tragically, Tyndale paid a heavy price for his efforts when he was burned at the stake in Vilvorde, Belgium in 1536. Despite facing religious persecution and opposition from those in power, Tyndale's legacy lives on through his groundbreaking translation work that aimed to make scripture accessible to all. This image transports us back to sixteenth-century England—a country embroiled in religious turmoil—where faith and innovation intersected. It serves as a poignant reminder of how individuals like William Tyndale risked everything for their beliefs and paved the way for future generations seeking spiritual enlightenment through translated texts.
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