jan 1, 1537 - The Matthew Bible

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The Matthew Bible was first published in 1537 under the pseudonym Thomas Matthew, is a significant English translation that combines the New Testament by William Tyndale and parts of the Old Testament translated by Myles Coverdale. The Bible was notable for being the first complete English translation authorized for public use, receiving approval from King Henru VIII shortly after its release. The Matthew Bible played a crucial role in the development of subsequent English translations, including the Great Bible and the King James Version, and is often regarded as the "real primary version" of the English Bible due to its preservation of Tyndale's work.

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