Synopsis:
Amazing Grace (2007)Amazing Grace, based on the inspiring true life story of British antislavery pioneer William Wilberforce, is directed by Michael Apted (49 Up, HBO's Rome, Coal Miner's Daughter) from an original screenplay written by Academy Award® nominee Steven Knight (Dirty Pretty Things).
It's the age of the Great British Empire and William Wilberforce (Gruffudd) is a newcomer to the world of politics. Just 21 years of age when he enters office, he must learn to operate in a world of skillful deception and cunning one-upmanship in order to attain his unpopular goal: the abolition of slavery. As he struggles to find his way, he slowly loses his mind and his health. However, with the support of his closest friend, Prime Minister William Pitt (Cumberbatch) and a dedicated group of like-minded supporters, Wilberforce wages the first modern political campaign, using petitions, boycotts, mass meetings, badges and slogans. Over the course of two decades, Wilberforce takes on the English establishment and finally persuades those in power to end the inhumane slave trade.
It's the age of the Great British Empire and William Wilberforce (Gruffudd) is a newcomer to the world of politics. Just 21 years of age when he enters office, he must learn to operate in a world of skillful deception and cunning one-upmanship in order to attain his unpopular goal: the abolition of slavery. As he struggles to find his way, he slowly loses his mind and his health. However, with the support of his closest friend, Prime Minister William Pitt (Cumberbatch) and a dedicated group of like-minded supporters, Wilberforce wages the first modern political campaign, using petitions, boycotts, mass meetings, badges and slogans. Over the course of two decades, Wilberforce takes on the English establishment and finally persuades those in power to end the inhumane slave trade.
The Lyrics of the Song
Listen to Chris Tomlin sing
"Amazing Grace (My Chains Are Gone)"
his adaptation of John Newton's Amazing Grace
by clicking play below.
http://www.amazinggracesunday.com/uk/index.html
"Amazing Grace (My Chains Are Gone)"
his adaptation of John Newton's Amazing Grace
by clicking play below.
http://www.amazinggracesunday.com/uk/index.html
Amazing Grace (How sweet the sound)
That sav'd a wretch like me!
I once was lost, but now am found,
Was blind, but now I see.
'Twas grace that taught my heart to fear,
And grace my fears reliev'd;
How precious did that grace appear,
The hour I first believ'd!
Thro' many dangers, toils and snare,
I have already come;
'Tis grace has brought me safe thus far,
And grace will lead me home.
The Lord has promised good to me.
His word my hope secures;
He will my shield and portion be,
As long as life endures.
Yes, when this flesh and heart shall fail,
And mortal life shall cease;
I shall profess, within the vail,
A life of joy and peace.
The earth shall soon dissolve like snow,
The sun forbear to shine;
But God, who call'd me here below,
Will be for ever mine.
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 | A valuable tool to learn about abolitionist, William Wilberforce before viewing the film. | |
| | Complies with National Standards in Social Studies and other disciplines. | |
| | Targets grades 9–12 | |
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| | A valuable tool for church leaders to learn about the impact of William Wilberforce's faith, courage and compassion. | |
| | Useful for engagement and outreach with those of diverse backgrounds and paradigms. | |
| | Guide is designed for adults, including high school adn college students. | |
| | Click here to download the video clips that go along with the Faith Guide. | |
| The Olney Hymns |  | |
| | The Hymn Amazing Grace first appeared in this hymnbook, published in 1779. | |
| | The collection draws its name from the Buckinghamshire village of Olney, in England where Newton was curate. | |
| Sheet Music for the Hymn Amazing Grace |  | |
| | There are currently 972 arrangements of the song and more than 1,100 available albums which feature versions of Amazing Grace. | |
| | The fourth stanza of the song changed in 1909. Edwin Excell replaced it with verse from the hymn "Jerusalem, My Happy Home." | |
| | Arlo Guthrie performed Amazing Grace on the opening night of Woodstock. | |
| | Ideal resource for UK secondary school teachers of Citizenship, History and RE. Endorsed by the Black History Foundation. | |
