The Reformation
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Which factor primarily facilitated the rapid dissemination of Reformation ideas across Europe?

  • The invention of the printing press. (correct)
  • The Church's endorsement of new theological interpretations.
  • Increased travel among clergy members.
  • Royal decrees mandating the study of religious texts.

What was the main issue that critics had regarding the selling of indulgences?

  • Indulgences were too expensive for the common person.
  • The money went to the poor instead of the church.
  • It was seen as a corrupt way for the Church to gain wealth, as people believed they had to pay for salvation. (correct)
  • The Pope did not authorize the selling of indulgences.

Which of the following best describes the practice of pluralism within the Catholic Church during the pre-Reformation period?

  • The belief in multiple gods and goddesses.
  • The advocacy for diverse religious practices within a community.
  • The equal distribution of wealth among the clergy.
  • The holding of multiple Church positions by one individual. (correct)

How did the wealth of the Catholic Church contribute to the Reformation?

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What social change influenced the on-set of the Reformation?

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Which of the following practices is an example of nepotism within the Church?

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In what way did the actions of priests and popes contribute to the Reformation?

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What was simony as it relates to abuses within the Church?

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Which action taken by the Council of Trent aimed to directly address the issue of poorly trained clergy?

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What was the long-term impact of the Counter-Reformation on the religious landscape of Europe?

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Which of Henry VIII's actions most clearly demonstrates his assertion of power over the Catholic Church in England?

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How did Henry VIII benefit financially and politically from dissolving the monasteries?

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What was the primary purpose of the Act of Appeals enacted by Henry VIII?

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What was the significance of the Pilgrimage of Grace?

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What was the outcome of the religious changes implemented in Ireland during the Reformation?

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Which of the following was a consequence of the Reformation, influencing the distribution of power in Europe?

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What was the primary concern that drove Martin Luther to study theology and seek answers in the Bible?

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How did Martin Luther's belief about achieving salvation differ from the Catholic Church's doctrine of indulgences?

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What was the purpose of Johann Tetzel's visit to Wittenberg in 1517?

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What was the initial language in which Luther wrote his 95 Theses, and why did he choose that language?

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According to Luther's 95 Theses, what was one of the major issues with the sale of indulgences regarding the Pope's authority?

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According to the 95 Theses, what action would be a better use of funds than building St. Peter's Basilica?

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What was the consequence, according to Luther's Thesis 32, for those who believed they could be certain of their salvation through indulgence letters alone?

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What impact did the translation of Luther's 95 Theses into German have on their dissemination and influence?

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According to Martin Luther, what bestows upon a truly repentant Christian the right to full remission of penalty and guilt?

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What action did Martin Luther take that directly defied papal authority?

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What was the significance of Luther translating the New and Old Testaments into German at Wartburg Castle?

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What was a significant consequence of the Reformation regarding the power of the Pope?

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How did the Reformation impact education in Europe?

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What concept is central to Luther's doctrine of 'Justification by Faith Alone'?

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What characterized Protestant church design following the Reformation?

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How did Martin Luther's view on the sacraments differ from that of the Catholic Church?

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What was the Diet of Worms in 1521?

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What was the primary goal of Protestant leaders in promoting education for all children?

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Following the Diet of Worms and the Edict of Worms, how did Prince Frederick of Saxony protect Martin Luther?

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What was the significance of The Peace of Westphalia?

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What did Luther believe regarding the control and governance of the Church within a specific region?

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Which of the below pairs is an example of sectarian violence during the Reformation?

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Which of the following best describes the tolerance and intolerance during the Reformation?

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What is a valid summary of Christianity in the World today?

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Which of the following best describes the significance of the Peace of Augsburg in 1555?

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How did the Catholic Church respond to the rapid spread of Protestantism during the Reformation?

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What was the primary purpose of the Courts of Inquisition during the Counter-Reformation?

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How did the Society of Jesus (Jesuits) contribute to the Catholic Counter-Reformation?

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Which reformer is credited with initiating the Reformation in Switzerland in 1531?

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What was the Council of Trent and what was its significance?

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What was the initial trigger for widespread questioning of the Catholic Church's teachings that ultimately fueled the Reformation?

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Followers of John Calvin were known by different names in various countries. Which of the following correctly matches the followers with their respective country?

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Martin Luther

A German theologian who challenged Catholic doctrines in the 16th century.

Justification by Faith

Luther's belief that faith alone grants salvation, not indulgences.

Indulgences

Certificates sold by the Church that promised forgiveness of sins.

Johann Tetzel

A Dominican friar known for selling indulgences in the early 1500s.

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95 Theses

Luther's objections to indulgences and church practices expressed in 95 statements.

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Pope’s Power

Luther believed the Pope had no power to forgive sins, contrary to Church teachings.

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Translation into German

Luther translated his 95 Theses to reach a wider audience beyond scholars.

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St. Peter’s Basilica

A major church in Rome financed partly by indulgence sales, criticized by Luther.

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Christianity in Europe (1500)

Christianity was divided mainly into Catholic and Orthodox branches.

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The Reformation

A movement beginning in Germany in the 16th century, protesting church abuses.

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Causes of the Reformation

Key influences included Renaissance, church wealth, abuses, and royal power.

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Renaissance influence

The Renaissance led to increased literacy and questioning of church interpretations.

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Wealth of the Church

The Church was the wealthiest organization, owning vast land and resources.

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Simony

The practice of buying and selling church positions, leading to corruption.

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Abuses within the Church

Corruption practices such as nepotism, pluralism, and absenteeism damaged the Church's reputation.

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Diet of Worms

An assembly in 1521 where Luther defended his beliefs before the Emperor.

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Justification by Faith Alone

Luther's belief that faith in Jesus, not deeds, leads to salvation.

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Consubstantiation

Luther's belief that bread and wine coexist with the body and blood of Christ.

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Protestants

Followers of Luther who protested the Catholic Church's authority and practices.

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Edict of Worms

A decree declaring Luther an outlaw for heresy after the Diet of Worms.

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Wartburg Castle

A place where Luther translated the Bible into German.

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Peace of Augsburg, 1555

A treaty allowing rulers to choose the religion of their state in the Holy Roman Empire.

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Luther's support base

Luther gained backing primarily from princes in North Germany.

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The Inquisition

Church courts established to punish those accused of heresy.

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John Calvin

Founder of Calvinism and the Presbyterian Church in Geneva.

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Ursuline Nuns

New religious order aimed at educating women and spreading the gospel.

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Society of Jesus (Jesuits)

Founded by St. Ignatius of Loyola, focused on education and missions.

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The Reformation's spread

Luther's ideas inspired other reformers across Europe.

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Council of Trent

Catholic Church's assembly to counter the Protestant Reformation (1545-63).

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Index of Prohibited Books

A published list of books Catholics were forbidden to read by the Council of Trent.

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Celibacy of Priests

The requirement for priests to remain unmarried and abstain from sexual relations.

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Seven Sacraments

Essential religious rites in Catholicism, including Baptism and Eucharist, necessary for salvation.

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Henry VIII's Reformation

The event led by Henry VIII that created the Church of England separate from the Catholic Church.

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Act of Supremacy

A 1534 act that declared Henry VIII as the Supreme Head of the Church of England.

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Pilgrimage of Grace

A large uprising against Henry VIII's reforms, reflecting public dissent in 1536-37.

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Results of the Reformation

Post-reformation outcomes included division, persecution, and religious wars in Europe.

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Religious Wars

Conflicts between Protestants and Catholics leading to numerous battles in Europe.

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Thirty Years War

A prolonged conflict (1618-1648) in Germany involving Catholic and Protestant states, ending with the Peace of Westphalia.

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St. Bartholomew’s Day Massacre

A mass killing of French Protestants, called Huguenots, by Catholics in 1572.

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Power of Kings

The declining power of the Pope in Protestant countries and the need for rulers' support in Catholic lands.

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Protestant Education

Emphasis on literacy and Bible reading led to increased children's schooling in Protestant regions.

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Baroque Movement

Art and architectural style promoted by Catholics, characterized by lavish decoration and emotional expression.

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Intolerance and Tolerance

The hostility between Catholics and Protestants, with rulers enforcing a single religion.

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Christianity Statistics 2015

Percentage distribution of Christians: 50% Catholic, 37% Protestant, 12% Orthodox, 1% other, totaling 2.2 billion.

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Study Notes

The Reformation

  • Christianity in Europe 1500: Divided between Catholic and Orthodox religions. Orthodox in Greece and Russia, Catholic elsewhere.
  • Pope: Head of Catholic countries, with great power via cardinals and bishops.
  • Religion's Importance: Religion was central to life, with the Catholic Church seen as a source of salvation.
  • Problems within the Catholic Church: Led to the Reformation.

What was the Reformation?

  • Began in 16th-century Germany.
  • Protested perceived abuses within the Catholic Church.
  • 100 years later, Northern Europe mostly Protestant.
  • The Reformation was a cause for this change in religious beliefs.

Causes of the Reformation

  • Influence of the Renaissance: Church funding of the Renaissance led to new interpretations of the Bible by more people. The printing press spread these new ideas.
  • Church Wealth: The Church was the wealthiest organization in Europe, with Bishops owning much land, and receiving tithes (10% of income). This aroused resentment from Kings and commoners.
  • Abuses Within the Church: The Catholic Church abused its power. Many viewed church leaders as more interested in wealth than service to God. These abuses included:
    • Simony (buying/selling religious positions)
    • Nepotism (appointing relatives to positions regardless of merit)
    • Violation of celibacy vows (fathering children)
    • Pluralism (holding multiple positions at once)
    • Absenteeism (priests/bishops absent from their parishes)
    • Sale of Indulgences: Catholics believed they had to pay for their sins (in purgatory). The Church sold "indulgences" (prayers) to get into heaven. This money was often used for Church purposes.
    • Misbehaviour of priests and popes: Did not live exemplary Christian lives, broke celibacy vows and fathered children. Inability to read or write for some clergy meant they couldn't deliver mass properly.
  • Power of Kings: European Kings consolidated power over the Nobles, but the Church remained outside of their Kingdom's control.

Martin Luther

  • Born in Saxony, Germany (1483)
  • Studied law, then became an Augustinian monk.
  • Studied theology and became a Theology professor at the University of Wittenberg.
  • Concerned about salvation and God's forgiveness of sinners.
  • Discovered answers in the Bible, believing "the just man shall live by faith alone."
  • Believed indulgences were wrong; believed only faith in God gained salvation (justification by faith alone).
  • Wrote 95 Theses against the sale of indulgences (1517).
    • Wrote in Latin for scholars, translated to German.
    • Originally not intended as rebellion against the Church.
  • Key ideas from the 95 Theses: The Pope has no power to forgive sins, indulgences don’t save people from punishment. Better to give money to the poor than rebuild the church.
  • Continued to reject the Pope.
  • Summoned to the Diet of Worms (1521)
    • Refused to recant his beliefs ("I cannot and will not recant anything, for to go against conscience is neither right nor safe")
    • Faked kidnapping by Prince Frederick of Saxony, leading to the Edict of Worms.
  • Translated the New and Old Testaments into German.

The Reformation's Spread

  • Ulrich Zwingli launched the Reformation in Switzerland (1531).
  • Henry VIII established the Church of England (1534).
  • King Christian III established Lutheranism as the official religion in Denmark and Norway (1537).
  • The Netherlands became Protestant (1571).
  • John Knox introduced Presbyterianism to Scotland (1572).
  • John Calvin began in Geneva, forming the Calvinist/Presbyterian Church, with followers including the Huguenots in France, Puritans in England and Presbyterians in Scotland

The Catholic Counter Reformation

  • Catholic Church alarmed at the spread of Protestantism.
  • Church realised it needed to reconnect with the faithful.
  • New religious orders emerged: Ursuline nuns and Capuchin monks helped communities by spreading the gospel.
  • The Society of Jesus (Jesuits) established by Ignatius of Loyola (1534).
  • Used force and persuasion to keep people in the Church.
  • Set up the Courts of the Inquisition to arrest and try those considered threats to the Church.
  • Promoted missionary work to newly discovered lands in the Americas, Africa and Asia.
  • Set up schools to educate the sons of the wealthy and influential.
  • The Council of Trent (1545-63) met to address Church's abuses.

Results of the Reformation

  • Division and Persecution: Protestants and Catholics persecuted each other. Countries banned faiths other than the state religion from owning property, attending services.
  • Religious Wars: Sectarian violence
  • Power of Kings: Pope no longer controlled Protestant countries. Catholic property was seized. Popes needed the support of rulers to keep countries Catholic.
  • Education: Protestants and Catholics emphasized education, with differing focuses. Protestants wanted everyone to read the Bible and improve their faith.
  • Art and Architecture: Protestants rejected ornate decorations, favouring simple design. Catholics embraced elaborate designs, leading to the Baroque movement.

Luther Today

  • Germany commemorated the 500th year anniversary of the Reformation in 2017.
  • Religion in Germany in 2015: 29% Catholic, 27% Lutheran, 44% other.
  • Barack Obama joined Angela Merkel for a 2017 Reformation celebration ceremony.

Christianity Today

  • Roman Catholic Church: 50%
  • Protestant religions: 37%
  • Orthodox Christians: 12%
  • Other Christians: 1%
  • Total: approximately 2.2 billion people

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