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   What does the phrase 'chariots of fire' mean?

   • The phrase has become a byword for divine energy, and inspired the title of the 1981 film Chariots of Fire, in which the hymn "Jerusalem" is sung during the final scenes. The plural phrase "chariots of fire" refers to 2 Kings 6:17.

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   Is Chariots of fire a true story?

   • It can be watched now on HBO Max. Chariots of Fire, directed by Hugh Hudson, is the (mostly) true story of a pair of friends who met at the University of Cambridge in 1919, Harold Abrahams and Eric Liddell (played, respectively, by Ben Cross and Ian Charleston). Abrahams was Jewish, while Liddell was the son of Scottish missionaries in China.

   40 Years Later: 'Chariots Of Fire' Was More Than Just An All-Time Great

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   When did Chariots of fire come out?

   • The film was released in the U.S. in October of 1981, 40 years ago this week. It can be watched now on HBO Max. Chariots of Fire, directed by Hugh Hudson, is the (mostly) true story of a pair of friends who met at the University of Cambridge in 1919, Harold Abrahams and Eric Liddell (played, respectively, by Ben Cross and Ian Charleston).

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   Where did the title 'Bring Me my Chariots of fire' come from?

   • The title of the film was inspired by the hymn Jerusalem, written by Sir Hubert Parry in 1916, which includes the words “bring me my chariots of fire” from William Blake’s poetical tribute Milton A Poem (c. 1804-1810). Blake’s words in turn were sourced from the Bible, Kings II, 2:11, “There appeared a chariot of fire and horses of fire.”

   Idiom Origins - Chariots of fire - History of Chariots of fire

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   What is the theme of 'Chariots of fire'?

   • The film “Chariots of Fire,” which was released in 1981, tells the story of two athletes in the 1924 Summer Olympics, who despite their differences in faith and social status, both competed in the games, ultimately achieving victory. The song was created to depict the story’s theme of human endurance and determination, which anyone can relate to.

   The Meaning Behind The Song: Chariots of Fire – Titles by Vangelis

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   Why is 'Chariots of fire' a great song?

   • “Chariots of Fire” is a song that has stood the test of time. Since its release, the song has transcended the movie industry and become a symbol of human perseverance. Its influence on today’s culture is immeasurable, and it continues to inspire not just athletes, but anyone striving towards their goals and aspirations.

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   Blake’s words in turn were sourced from the Bible, Kings II, 2:11, “There appeared a chariot of fire and horses of fire.”. This same chariot transported Elijah into heaven. The phrase also appears in Kings II, 6:17, “The mountain was full of horses and chariots of fire.”.

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   Originally composed as the theme for the British film Chariots of Fire, which tells the story of two athletes competing in the 1924 Olympics, the song gained immense popularity and became a symbol of triumph, determination, and human achievement. Its slow, uplifting melody, combined with the grand electronic soundscapes for which Vangelis ...

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   Apr 27, 2024 · “Chariots of Fire” is an instrumental score which was recorded in 1981 by Greek composer Evangelos Odysseas Papathanassiou, known as Vangelis. The song was the main theme for the film of the same name and was used as the official theme of the 1984 Summer Olympics.

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   The phrase has become a byword for divine energy, and inspired the title of the 1981 film Chariots of Fire, in which the hymn "Jerusalem" is sung during the final scenes. The plural phrase "chariots of fire" refers to 2 Kings 6:17 .

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   Aug 3, 2003 · The film itself focused on the religious struggle between two collegiate athletes (Eric Liddell and Harold Abrahams) in early 1920s England who would subsequently grow to respect each other and win gold medals at the 1924 Olympics in Paris, France.

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   • Original Album: Chariots of Fire Soundtrack (1981)
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   Chariots of Fire, directed by Hugh Hudson, is the (mostly) true story of a pair of friends who met at the University of Cambridge in 1919, Harold Abrahams and Eric Liddell (played, respectively, by Ben Cross and Ian Charleston). Abrahams was Jewish, while Liddell was the son of Scottish missionaries in China.

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   Chariots of Fire is a 1981 historical sports drama film directed by Hugh Hudson, written by Colin Welland and produced by David Puttnam. It is based on the true story of two British athletes in the 1924 Olympics : Eric Liddell , a devout Scottish Christian who runs for the glory of God, and Harold Abrahams , an English Jew who runs to overcome ...