"John Wycliffe" is a dramatic biography of the life of the 14th century scholar and cleric who translated the Bible into English for the first time. John Wycliffe found himself in the middle of religious, political and social conflicts. An Oxford scholar, one of Europe's most renowned philosophers, John Wycliffe was a defender of English nationalism against the power of the pope and a champion of the poor against the injustices of the rich.
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International Film & TV Festival of NY 1984
US Industrial Film Festival 1984
British Film & Video Festival 1984
CINE 1984
American Film Festival - NYC 1984
Angel Awards 1984
Columbus Film Festival 1984
Christian Film Distribution Association 1983
Christian Film Distribution Association 1983
Christian Film Distribution Association 1983
Christian Film Distribution Association 1983
Christian Film Distribution Association 1983
"John Wycliffe" is a dramatic biography of the life of the 14th century scholar and cleric who translated the Bible into English for the first time.
Wycliffe found himself in the middle of religious, political and social conflicts. An Oxford scholar, one of Europe's most renowned philosophers, John Wycliffe was a defender of English nationalism against the power of the pope and a champion of the poor against the injustices of the rich. John Wycliffe taught that God's forgiveness cannot be bought with indulgences. John Wycliffe preached that the only true authority is the Word of God, and the Word could only be understood by all if the people could read it in their native tongue. "John Wycliffe" captures the trials and heroic struggles of this significant man of faith - the "Morning Star" of the Reformation. Fullscreen.
DVD Features:
Languages: English, Spanish, Portugese, and German language tracks available.
Subtitles: Optional English subtitles
Bonus Material:
- Biography of director Tony Tew
- Study guide from "Reformation Overview" in PDF format
Winner of "Best Film of the Year" Award from the Christian Film Distribution Association.
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This movie is very well made and is one of my all time favorites. It is the first in a series about the reformation leaders, all of which are well-made.
Wycliffe's message is needed today, also. His life, as that of Abraham and Daniel and Paul, is an example for people today.