William Tyndale Flashcards
(30 cards)
Who was William Tyndale?
William Tyndale was an English scholar and translator known for his translation of the Bible into English.
What was Tyndale’s most significant contribution to the English language?
Tyndale’s most significant contribution was the first printed translation of the New Testament in English.
True or False: William Tyndale was executed for his religious beliefs.
True
In what year was Tyndale’s New Testament first published?
Tyndale’s New Testament was first published in 1526.
Fill in the blank: Tyndale’s translation was based on the original __________ texts.
Greek
What motivated Tyndale to translate the Bible into English?
Tyndale believed that everyone should have access to the Scriptures in their own language.
Multiple Choice: Which church opposed Tyndale’s translation of the Bible? A) Catholic Church B) Anglican Church C) Methodist Church
A) Catholic Church
What was the fate of William Tyndale?
William Tyndale was arrested, tried for heresy, and executed by strangulation before being burned at the stake.
True or False: Tyndale’s translation had a significant influence on later English translations of the Bible.
True
Fill in the blank: Tyndale’s work laid the foundation for the __________ Bible.
King James
What was Tyndale’s relationship with Martin Luther?
Tyndale was influenced by Martin Luther’s ideas and the Protestant Reformation.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following was a key theme in Tyndale’s writings? A) Social Justice B) Divine Right of Kings C) Salvation by Faith
C) Salvation by Faith
What did Tyndale mean by ‘the plowboy should know the Scriptures’?
He meant that the Bible should be accessible to all, not just the clergy.
True or False: Tyndale’s translations were initially welcomed by the church authorities.
False
What languages did Tyndale study to improve his translation work?
Tyndale studied Hebrew and Greek.
Fill in the blank: Tyndale’s translations often included __________ notes to explain theological concepts.
commentary
Multiple Choice: What was Tyndale’s profession before he focused on translation? A) Priest B) Lawyer C) Scholar
C) Scholar
Who was Tyndale’s primary adversary in his translation efforts?
Thomas More
True or False: Tyndale was born in England.
True
What is the significance of Tyndale’s use of the printing press?
It allowed for the widespread distribution of his translations.
Fill in the blank: Tyndale’s New Testament was printed in __________.
Germany
What year was Tyndale executed?
Tyndale was executed in 1536.
Multiple Choice: Tyndale’s translations were primarily aimed at which audience? A) Clergy B) Nobility C) Common people
C) Common people
True or False: Tyndale’s work was eventually authorized by the Church of England.
True
