Would the private interpretation theory have been possible between 400 A.D. and1440 A.D., when printing was invented?
No, the cost of individual Bibles written by handwas prohibitive; moreover, due to the scarcity of books, and other reasons, the ability toread was limited to a small minority. The Church used art, drama and other means toconvey Biblical messages. Comment: To have proposed the “Bible-only” theory during the above period wouldhave been impracticable and irrational. 15.