John Wycliffe: A Quincentenary Tribute (1884)

by James Jackson Wray

Book Overview

John Wycliffe: A Quincentenary Tribute is a book written by James Jackson Wray in 1884 to commemorate the 500th anniversary of the death of John Wycliffe. The book is a comprehensive tribute to the life and work of the English theologian and reformer, who is best known for his translation of the Bible into English. The book begins with a detailed biography of Wycliffe, tracing his early life, education, and career as a scholar and churchman. It explores his theological beliefs and his role as a leader of the Lollard movement, which sought to reform the church and promote the use of the vernacular in religious worship. The book also examines Wycliffe's contributions to English literature and language, including his translation of the Bible and his influence on the development of Middle English. It discusses his impact on the Reformation and his legacy in English history and culture. Throughout the book, Wray provides a critical analysis of Wycliffe's ideas and their relevance to contemporary issues in religion and society. He also includes extensive excerpts from Wycliffe's writings, offering readers a firsthand glimpse into the mind of this influential figure. Overall, John Wycliffe: A Quincentenary Tribute is a valuable resource for scholars and students of English history, theology, and literature, as well as anyone interested in the life and work of this important figure in the history of Christianity.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1437082874
• ISBN13: 9781437082876
• Release Date: October 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 228 Pages
• Weight: 0.68 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"