The Protestant reformers of the sixteenth century

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The Protestant reformers emphasized individual conscience in Biblical interpretations, which was a departure from the traditional Catholic emphasis on the authority of the Church hierarchy. They believed that all individuals had the right and responsibility to interpret the Bible for themselves, rather than relying solely on the teachings of the Church. There is no evidence that they recommended the practice of masturbation or advocated for clerical celibacy, and they actually placed more emphasis on individual responsibility for sins.

The Protestant Reformers of the Sixteenth Century