The Battle for Biblical Access

This chapter examines the historical conflict between the Catholic Church and the spread of vernacular Bible translations during the Reformation, highlighting the disruptive impact of the Gutenberg Press. It explores the efforts of figures like Cardinal Wolsey and the implications of the King James translation, as well as the dynamics of Protestant persecution amidst religious power struggles. By contrasting the narratives of persecution faced by various Protestant sects, the chapter illustrates the intense and often brutal conflicts that defined this tumultuous period.