Question

What invention helped rapidly spread Bible translations?

• A. Advanced paper-making techniques
• B. Printing press
• C. The invention of reliable eyeglasses
• D. The development of sophisticated postal systems

Answer 1

Answer:

B. Printing press

The printing press, invented by Johannes Gutenberg around 1440, revolutionized the way texts—including the Bible—were produced and distributed.

Importance of the Printing Press:

• Allowed mass production of books, replacing hand-copied manuscripts.

• Made Bible translations widely available to the public.

• Played a crucial role in the spread of Reformation ideas.

• Enabled translations like Tyndale’s and Coverdale’s Bibles to reach more readers quickly.

• Laid the foundation for standardized versions like the King James Bible in 1611.