Wycliffe's New Testament

John Wycliffe's New Testament translation:

completed in the 1380s, is a groundbreaking English translation and a pivotal piece of Christian history. Translated directly from the Latin Vulgate by John Wycliffe and his followers, this text made the teachings of the New Testament accessible to English speakers for the first time. Wycliffe’s mission was to bring God’s word to the common people, challenging the prevailing norms that restricted scripture to Latin. His translation retains the poetic yet powerful language of the era and reflects the theological concerns of a time when the English church was undergoing significant transformation. With its focus on the life, teachings, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ, Wycliffe’s New Testament invites readers into a profound spiritual journey and emphasizes the importance of personal faith and scripture in the vernacular.