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Gateway Theology School: Tyndale’s New Testament: Celebrating 500 years of the Bible in English
How did we get the English Bibles we use today?
Exactly 500 years ago in 1526, William Tyndale published the first ever English translation of the NT from Greek – ultimately sacrificing his life in pursuit of this goal. But did you know that Tyndale was born and worked on this masterpiece in secret, right here in Gloucestershire? And that his work is matched only by Shakespeare in its impact on the English language? Yet because of the power of church & state, he was pursued, betrayed, executed, his work nearly destroyed, and he was never given credit – even though all English Bibles to follow relied on his work as their basis.
Come and discover the extraordinary story of Tyndale’s life and translation! Q&A time will follow.
The speaker is Neil Rees. As Chairman of the Tyndale Society, Neil Rees is the ideal speaker to present this final talk of 2026 for the Gateway Forum. His exquisite knowledge of Tyndale’s life, history, theology, linguistic craftsmanship and global impact will be an enriching and delightful experience – all the more so for taking place in Cirencester, right near where it all began.
The cost is by donation
Register in advance by emailing gro.ygoloehtstg@ofni
