The Reformation - Early Church Reformers

The video discusses the challenges to the church's authority in the late 14th century, focusing on John Wycliff's translation of the Bible into English and his criticism of the church's greed and corruption. His ideas spread to Bohemia, where Jan Hus preached them, leading to his condemnation and execution. These reformist ideas set the stage for Martin Luther's later work.

What was John Wycliff's main argument regarding the Bible?

How did Wycliff criticize the church's practices?

What happened to Jan Hus as a result of his teachings?

What was the significance of the Council of Constance in relation to Jan Hus?

In what way did Wycliff's work influence Martin Luther?