Myles Coverdale
Bishop and Bible translator
Born
1488
537 years ago
Died
January 20th, 1568
457 years ago — 80 years old
Category
Thinkers & Philosophers
Country
England
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An English bishop and translator, contributed significantly to the translation of the Bible into English. Published the first complete printed English Bible in 1535, known as the Coverdale Bible. Served as Bishop of Exeter and continued to work on various English translations throughout his life. His efforts laid the groundwork for future translations, including the King James Version.
Published the Coverdale Bible in 1535
Served as Bishop of Exeter
Contributed to the Great Bible in 1539
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