Wycliffe's Doctrine

Wycliffe's Doctrine, attributed to John Wycliffe in the 14th century, emphasized the authority of the Bible over church traditions and the Pope. He believed that scripture should be accessible to everyone, advocating for translations into common languages. Wycliffe challenged the church's wealth and corruption, arguing for a more personal relationship with God, where faith and scripture guided individuals rather than clerical authority. His ideas laid the groundwork for later reformers and contributed to the Protestant Reformation by highlighting the importance of individual interpretation of the Bible.