Lichfield Cathedral is set to host an exhibition to mark the 400th anniversary of the first publication of the King James Bible.
From March 9 to April 15, the free event will tell the story of how the Bible came to be translated into English.
Visitors will be invited to walk the 200 year journey from the Wycliffe’s first translation to King James’ famous publication, and to view the Cathedral’s own collection of manuscript and early printed Bibles which tell the story.
The Cathedral will also be putting on guided tours of the exhibition, to offer further insight into the history behind the artefacts. Tour times and ticket prices are available from the Cathedral Bookshop on 01543 306150.
There will also be a series of free lunchtime lectures on Thursdays at 1pm in the Cathedral Nave:
- March 10 – The Poetry of the King James’ Version: Michael Symmons Roberts, award winning poet and novelist.
- March 17 – The Prose of the King James’ Version and its literary influence: Dr Roger Pooley, lecturer, Keele University.
- March 24 – William Tyndale and the Genius of the King James version: Brian Moynahan, author of the Tyndale biography, Book of Fire.
- March 31 – The Making of the King James’ Bible, 1604-1611: Professor Gordon Campbell, University of Leicester.
- April 7 – Bible Translation and the Legacy of the King James’ Version: Dr Paula Gooder, freelance theologian and author
For further information about tours or lectures contact Jo Burkinshaw on 01543 306240 or email jo.burkinshaw@lichfield-cathedral.org.
