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Why is the Catholic/Counter Reformation important?
Why is the Catholic/Counter Reformation important?
It is incredibly successful in stopping the spread of Protestantism in Europe and reverses it in some places.
What were the two goals of the Catholic/Counter Reformation?
What were the two goals of the Catholic/Counter Reformation?
- The Catholic Reformation, which was about reforming the Catholic Church. 2. The counter attack against the Protestant doctrine.
List the three agents of change that the Catholic Church used in their Counter Reformation.
List the three agents of change that the Catholic Church used in their Counter Reformation.
- The papacy, 2. The Council of Trent, 3. Creation of new religious orders.
What happened with the papacy during the Counter Reformation?
What happened with the papacy during the Counter Reformation?
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What was the Council of Trent, and what did it aim to achieve?
What was the Council of Trent, and what did it aim to achieve?
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What happened with the creation of new religious orders during the Counter Reformation?
What happened with the creation of new religious orders during the Counter Reformation?
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Who founded the Jesuits?
Who founded the Jesuits?
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What were the Jesuits known for?
What were the Jesuits known for?
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What did Calvin and Zwingli do with art during the Reformation?
What did Calvin and Zwingli do with art during the Reformation?
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What did Luther do about art?
What did Luther do about art?
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What is the general trend of art during the Counter Reformation?
What is the general trend of art during the Counter Reformation?
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Study Notes
Importance of the Catholic Counter Reformation
- Successfully curbed the spread of Protestantism across Europe and reversed it in certain areas.
Goals of the Catholic Counter Reformation
- Aimed to reform the Catholic Church internally.
- Served as a direct pushback against Protestant doctrines.
Agents of Change in the Counter Reformation
- The Papacy played a pivotal role in enforcing reforms.
- The Council of Trent addressed key issues between Catholics and Protestants.
- New religious orders were established to enhance education and discipline among clergy.
Role of the Papacy
- Pope Paul III emphasized moral integrity among clergy, urging them to act as role models.
- The Holy Office/Roman Inquisition was created to seek out and address heresy.
- Certain literature deemed heretical was banned, criminalizing beliefs outside Catholicism.
The Council of Trent
- Convened to reconcile differences between Catholics and Protestants; ultimately unsuccessful in uniting the two.
- Led to significant reforms within the Catholic Church, reaffirming traditional doctrines and addressing grievances.
- Prohibited the sale of indulgences and reduced clerical absenteeism.
Creation of New Religious Orders
- New orders focused on clergy education and increased standards of piety.
- The Society of Jesus (Jesuits) played a crucial role in promoting Catholic education tailored to counter Protestant advances.
- Jesuits focused on spreading Catholicism among non-Christians, emphasizing intellectual engagement.
Founding of the Jesuits
- Founded by Ignatius Loyola, who aimed to reinforce Catholic teachings through education.
Impact of the Jesuits
- Expanded Catholicism beyond Europe to regions like India, Japan, Brazil, and North America.
- Assisted in the return of Southern Germany and Eastern Europe to Catholic faith.
Art and Iconoclasm
- Calvin and Zwingli eliminated imagery from worship spaces, prioritizing scripture over visual representations, leading to iconoclasm.
- Martin Luther limited the use of images, viewing them as symbolic rather than sacred.
Trends in Artistic Expression
- A notable shift towards secular art, especially in landscape and genre paintings depicting everyday life.
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Explore the key aspects of the Catholic Counter Reformation, including its goals, major agents of change, and the role of the Papacy. This quiz delves into the historical context, significance, and outcomes of this crucial period in church history.
