As part of the 400th anniversary celebrations of the King James Bible, an ensemble of leading National Theatre actors, directed by Nicholas Hytner, James Dacre and Polly Findlay, read twelve extracts from the Book that changed the world. This podcast collection features each of those readings and a live recording of the talk Melvyn Bragg gave looking at the radical impact of The King James Bible over the last 400 years. These audio recordings of the National’s King James Bible readings were made possible thanks to the generous support of Allchurches Trust Limited.
Written in a time of persecution, the Revelation of John foresees the end of days. Cast includes Simon Russell Beale.
The latest gospel – John's – celebrates the mystery of the incarnation. Read by Mark Bazeley, Alex Jennings, Nick Sampson, Andrew Scott and Stephanie Street.
The Acts and Letters of Peter and Paul shape the foundation of the Church. Cast includes Peter McDonald & Geoffrey Streatfeild.
The Gospel According to Luke: Luke dwells on some of the most human moments in the life of Jesus. Cast includes Charlotte Emmerson, Mark Gatiss, Stuart McQuarrie & Paul Ready.
The Gospel According to Matthew: The most influential of the gospels in English, Matthew dramatizes the coming of the kingdom of heaven. Cast includes Stephen Campbell Moore, Kenneth Cranham, Deborah Findlay & Gerald Kyd.
The Gospel According to Mark: The earliest gospel – Mark's – is the shortest and most direct telling of Jesus' death and resurrection. Read by Gwilym Lee, Elliot Levey, Ferdinand Kingsley and Patricia Routledge.
As Israel faces disaster, Isaiah foretells the future.
As the world falls apart around them, Ecclesiastes the Preacher and Job seek for meaning in catastrophe.
The lyrics that have inspired some of the most evocative and sensual translations in English.
The boy David defeats a giant and unifies a kingdom. His son Solomon builds the temple in Jerusalem.
Moses and his people escape slavery in Egypt in search of the Promised Land.
From the Creation of the World to Joseph and his brothers in Egypt
The broadcaster and author looks at the radical impact of The King James Bible over the last 400 years.
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