Tyndale refers to William Tyndale, an English scholar and translator from the 16th century. He is best known for translating the Bible into English, making it accessible to ordinary people. His work laid the foundation for future English translations, including the King James Version. Tyndale's translations were controversial at the time, as the Catholic Church opposed the idea of a vernacular Bible. He was eventually arrested and executed for his beliefs. Despite this, his translations significantly influenced the English language and religious thought, contributing to the Protestant Reformation.