Eric Liddell Reads Isaiah
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- Опубліковано 10 січ 2010
- Eric Liddell, as played by actor Ian Charleson, reads a section from Isaiah, chapter 40, from the film Chariots of Fire (1981).
This video is intended as inspiration to those whose faith may at times waiver under the spiritual duress many Christians may experience during their lifetime. It is probably only of interest to Christians.
It is important to remember that those who are not Christians will judge Christ, unfairly or otherwise, based upon the behavior of His followers. All too often, as Christians we repel people from Christ because of our hypocrisy, selfishness, and overall lack of humility when dealing with others. Granted, the aforementioned human flaws are not unique to Christians by any means. However, others will be repelled from Christ if we hypocritically preach while simultaneously acting in a fashion counter to our proclaimed beliefs and rules.
As Christians we should keep in mind the following:
"...we either bring people nearer to Christ, or we repel them from Christ."
----Eric Liddell
Therefore, I would urge fellow Christians, myself included, when interacting in casual manner or within the realm of debate to act with charity and honesty. - Фільми й анімація
One of my favorite passages of Scripture. One of my favorite movies. As a Christian, I never fail to find hope in Isaiah 40, especially when read in this scene.
A movie about honor, love of God and country, the pursuit of excellence, and unwavering faith in one's principles-----I don't think a movie like this could be made today.....
We need a movie like this again.
All nations before him are as nothing....they are counted to him less than nothing.
The section of sacred scripture that Ian Charleson reads has always been a personal favorite. The imagery only grants it even greater power in my opinion.
Every year when the Olympics come on, I would much rather watch this film. Strong, simple, not all of the modern flash. A sober reminder of life.
Poor, young Aubrey Montague... I always feel so badly for him when I watch this scene.. Such a tough young man, brought to tears and inconsolable.. It's in the scene after this one that Abrams call Montague his "most complete man".. Tough, strong, honest, and content, which Abrams have never known in his entire young life... Contentment..
This movie is so perfect..
I just came from the Filmhouse in Edinburgh, where I watched this film for the first time. It is a powerful for anyone who has ears to hear.
Beautiful scripture....it brought tears to my eyes....
man I get chills every time I see this scene. THAT'S RIGHT SON! THEY THAT WAIT UPON THE LORD RUN WITHOUT WEARYING!
One of the best scenes in one of the best movies. Thanks for posting it.
Movie makers used to know how to create inspiration scenes without being trite and cliched. USED TO. This is truly an inspirational scene.
I always felt so much pain for Aubrey in this scene.. It's no accident that the following scene is Abrahams getting rubbed down before the 100 meter final, and he tell Aubrey the he is the most complete man he has ever known.. God, I love this movie..
He giveth power to the faint.&to them that have no strength he increaseth might.but they that wait upon the Lord shall renew their strength.They shall mount up with wings as eagles.They shall run and not be weary.They shall walk and not faint.
Behold,the nations are as a drop in the bucket and are counted as the small dust in the balance.All nations before him are as nothing.They are counted to him less than nothing.Vanity.He bringeth the princes to nothing.He maketh the judges of the earth
as a vanity.Hast thou not known.Hast thou not heard.that the everlasting God,the Lord,the creator of the ends of the earth,fainteth not?Neither is weary.
I wish every world leader and every #politician could be made to listen and hear this powerful rendering of Isaiah from The Chariots of Fire... to teach them a sense of humbleness... Where, dear God, I sometimes ask, are the leaders.. the ones who are humble enough to praise with thanksgiving.. who don't seek perennial adoration....May this powerful verse, which I dearly cherish, serve as a lantern amidst today's troubled times.. to know that He is the ultimate strength and power.. Here's wishing blessings to all.
Humans, with extremely rare exceptions, cannot effectively wield political power without either becoming corrupt or entering politics because they are corrupt. For what kind of individuals does power attract? Those who seek ill-gotten gains and power over other individuals.
Additionally, and in the case of the United States, with approximately $3 trillion confiscated by Washington DC is it any wonder that individuals who wish to live off of other individual's income become politicians?
+Ava Porter A&O
When I observe whats happening in the world I think of this .... in a world where we have so much but yet have so little.
the way the film communicates verse 30 (for those who know the text, and even perhaps to those who don't) is absolutely brilliant.
Henry Stallard won the bronze medal in this montage, see if you can spot it when the athlete from Finland is coasting to victory. BTW That athlete was Paavo Nurmi one of the best distance runners in human history who won both the 1500m and the 5000m in the space of an hour, there was no shame in losing to someone of that calibre.
Best scene ever!
A message for any/all to understand our significance and relationship to our creator
4 dislikes! How on gods earth could you not be inspired by this?
@GrizzlyBohemian Indeed. Ian Charleson's delivery with a sincerity and authenticity that is difficult to match.
Misesian - We will never be perfect in this life. We will sin and fall short until we breath our last breath. The Flesh is always there to bring us down. That is why Salvation is not based on works but Faith.
I remeber very well this scene from the first tie I saw this movie, many years ago. I eemember also replaying many times in the video (my family still had those) and always being moved by Eric Liddle's narration.
Thank you for posting!
My "running clothes" include a shirt with verse 31 on it.
I noticed a contrast in this scene (and true of the characters for the film). Harold Abrahams places poorly in a race in this scene and reacts defensively, taking the loss personally. Aubrey Montague is disappointed but doesn't seem to take it as hard as Harold. He is running his best, not using running as a weapon to prove his own value like Harold is doing.
I'm an athiest, but still see this speech as pretty awesome.
+Jon Stone I am spiritual (meaning I don't believe there is only one way to Heaven) and this is awesome to me too.
He is reading is the awesome and inspiring Word of God/Bible, and the Word says there IS only one way...If there were MANY ways, then the Bible and God wouldn't be saying otherwise.....
Yeah, this agnostic agrees with you.
Amen.
It was an interesting movie, where there did not seem to be a protagonist when I first saw it. But a rivalry between two, (Little, with something to prove, and Ben Cross's character, what's his name?), yet simultaneously, it was about a team effort (team England) to succeed. It was a movie about winning, but in an honest way. It is noteable because it was maybe the first movie to demonstrate to an audience how powerful, and integral to a movie, a soundtrack can be.
A verse :
Know ye not that they which run in a race run all,
but one receiveth the prize? So run, that ye may obtain. - 1 Cor 9 : 24, kjv.
Kelly KitKat ah. kelly kit kat. it was a team effort . but it was team great Britain and not team England . eric liddell had been and still remains a scot . just a minor point .
Inspirational.
Great clip!
Very deeo. It touch my heart!!!
No wonder this movie won soo many Oscars back when. Because back then, to Liberal Hollywood, a movie about "running on a Sunday", was about pushing the envelope and upsetting the status quo.
my Eagles r there just waiting sire!
the choirs in the music come from the roland vp330 ...used by vangelis and bradleylinemihler
I have this Script tattooed next to my heart....
Great.
@Rich263 Indeed. In fact, it is my personal favorite.
And 2016 in Rio. (though I doubt it will, i still wish it would)
@Domodeath Indeed, yes.
roland vp330 choirs:)
Does anybody know the piece of music in the background name?
I think it is an orchestral variation on "Eric's Theme" from the movie soundtrack.