John de Wycliffe

John de Wycliffe: A Monograph is a book written by Robert Vaughan that explores the life and work of John Wycliffe, an English theologian and reformer who lived in the 14th century. The book provides a comprehensive overview of Wycliffe's life, including his early years, education, and religious beliefs. It also examines Wycliffe's role in the development of the English language, his translation of the Bible into English, and his influence on the Protestant Reformation. The book delves into Wycliffe's theological views, particularly his rejection of the authority of the Pope and the Catholic Church, and his advocacy for a more simplified form of Christianity. It also explores the political and social context in which Wycliffe lived, including the tensions between England and the Papacy, and the rise of the Lollard movement. Overall, John de Wycliffe: A Monograph provides a detailed and insightful portrait of one of the most important figures in English religious history. It is a valuable resource for scholars of theology, history, and literature, as well as anyone interested in the development of Christianity in England.1853. This work presents a monograph of John de Wycliffe, with some account of the Wycliffe manuscripts in Oxford, Cambridge, the British Museum, Lambeth Palace, and Trinity College, Dublin. Vaughan's wish in giving some thoughts again to Wycliffe has been to bring to present the general subject in a form likely to make the character of Wycliffe, as it appears in these pages, better known to his countrymen. Contents: Wycliffe and the Wycliffes; Wycliffe in Oxford; Wycliffe as Master of Balliol; The Religious Orders; Wycliffe on the Power of Church and State; Wycliffe and English Romanism; Wycliffe as Professor of Divinity; As Diplomatist; As a Confessor; Wycliffe and the English Bible; As Parish Priest; Wycliffe as an Author; Wycliffe and His Successors.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.