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The roots of William Tyndale's theology
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ISBN: 9780227174029 022717402X 9780227902066 Year: 2013 Publisher: Cambridge James Clarke & Co

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In The Roots of William Tyndale's Theology Ralph S. Werrell draws on his close acquaintanceship with the writings of Tyndale to speculate about Tyndale's theological foundations. The common assumption that the Reformation started with Martin Luther has harmed research into the English Reformation and consideration of the theology of Tyndale in particular. The author shows that Tyndale was not influenced by the Continental Reformers to the substantial extent that academics have claimed, and that his theology was fully developed by the time he wrote the 'Preface' and marginal notes for his 1525 translation of the New Testament. In this volume the possible influences of many theologians on Tyndale's theology are considered, to reveal the primary importance of the thought of the Wycliffites and John Trevisa. The influence of the Church Fathers, of Luther, and of Erasmus and other humanists is examined in detail. The second half of the book outlines key areas of Tyndale's theology: the place of the sacraments, the doctrine of the Trinity, and church and state. The author emphasises the paramount importance of Tyndale's 'blood of Christ' doctrine and its effective role in creation, the Fall, and man's salvation.

The theology of William Tyndale.
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ISBN: 0227679857 9780227679852 Year: 2006 Publisher: Cambridge Clarke

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Ralph Werrell acknowledges that the great reformer was undoubtedly influenced by continental theology, but he focuses on the richness of the man’s intellectual background. Tyndale’s theological roots lie in the Lollard tradition, but the expression and thrust of his writings show that there was a lot more to this man. Werrell scrutinizes all these factors, presenting a fresh and original picture of the martyr. Tyndale opened up a new strand in Reformation theology. He should be recognised not only for his contribution to the development of the English language, but also for providing us with a reformed theology that brought new scriptural insights into Christian and academic thinking. Tyndale’s contribution to English thought has all too often been under-played — in this book Werrell readdresses the balance. Werrell’s work is the first study of the man which seeks a full theological understanding of his thinking, and according to Professor David Daniell, Chairman of the Tyndale Society, is a study "urgently needed", given that Tyndale is increasingly appreciated as the father of the English Bible. Werrell has provided an essential basis for a better understanding of Tyndale’s reading of the New Testament, as well as for further works on the subject. Aimed primary at academics, as well as at students concerned with the theology and history of the early Reformation, and those interested in William Tyndale, this long-waited study is also suitable for non-specialist readers.

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