Story Behind Chariots of Fire

6 Questions

To spread the Gospel through athletics

He refused to run, due to his Christian beliefs

Anti-Semitism and prejudice

Harold Abrahams

47.6 seconds

His need to overcome self-doubt and insecurity

Study Notes

Eric Liddell was a devout Christian who believed God had called him to run
He saw running as a way to glorify God, stating "I believe God made me for a purpose, but He also made me fast. And when I run, I feel His pleasure."
Liddell's faith was a central part of his life, and he refused to run on Sundays, even when it conflicted with his athletic career
He believed that his athletic success was a way to spread the Gospel and inspire others to follow Christ

The 1924 Summer Olympics were held in Paris, France, from May 4 to July 27, 1924
Eric Liddell and Harold Abrahams were both part of the British Olympic team
Liddell won the gold medal in the 400 meters, setting a new world record with a time of 47.6 seconds
Abrahams won the gold medal in the 100 meters, beating the favorite, Jackson Scholz of the United States

Harold Abrahams was a Jewish athlete who faced anti-Semitism and prejudice throughout his career
He was a talented sprinter, but struggled with self-doubt and insecurity
Abrahams persevered through intense training and dedication, eventually becoming a world-class athlete
He was driven to succeed, stating "I will raise my game, so that when the time comes, I shall not be found wanting."

Eric Liddell was a devout Christian who believed God had given him the gift of speed to glorify Him.
He saw running as a way to worship God, feeling His pleasure when he ran.
Liddell's faith was so strong that he refused to run on Sundays, even if it conflicted with his athletic career.
He believed his athletic success was a way to spread the Gospel and inspire others to follow Christ.

The 1924 Summer Olympics took place in Paris, France, from May 4 to July 27, 1924.
Eric Liddell and Harold Abrahams were both part of the British Olympic team.
Liddell won the gold medal in the 400 meters, setting a new world record with a time of 47.6 seconds.
Abrahams won the gold medal in the 100 meters, beating the favorite, Jackson Scholz of the United States.

Harold Abrahams faced anti-Semitism and prejudice throughout his athletic career.
He struggled with self-doubt and insecurity, but persevered through intense training and dedication.
Abrahams became a world-class athlete, driven to succeed and prove himself.
He was determined to raise his game to avoid disappointment when the time came.