The Wars of Religion in Europe

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How did the Reformation split Europe?

The Reformation split Europe into opposing camps.

Who led Spain during this time?

Phillip II led Spain during this time.

What were the consequences of Spain's attempt to force Christendom back together?

The consequences were a series of bloodbaths, the near-bankruptcy of Spain, and the Peace of Westphalia in 1648.

Why did many princes in the Holy Roman Empire embrace the Reformation?

They embraced the Reformation due to their Humanist educations, religious conviction, greed for Church lands, or a desire to challenge the emperor. Signup and view all the answers

Which regions in Europe stayed Catholic?

Regions such as Bavaria and Austria, which were more directly under the emperor's control, stayed Catholic. Signup and view all the answers

How did the Reformation contribute to the split in Europe?

The Reformation resulted in a division between Protestant and Catholic regions in Europe. Signup and view all the answers

What were some factors that influenced the spread of Protestantism in certain parts of Europe?

Factors such as Humanist education, religious conviction, greed for Church lands, and opposition to the emperor influenced the spread of Protestantism in certain regions. Signup and view all the answers

Why did some regions in the Holy Roman Empire remain Catholic?

Regions directly under the emperor's control, such as Bavaria and Austria, remained Catholic. Signup and view all the answers

What was the outcome of Spain's attempt to force Christendom back together?

Spain faced near-bankruptcy and a series of bloodbaths, culminating in the Thirty Years' War. Signup and view all the answers

What was the significance of the Peace of Westphalia in 1648?

The Peace of Westphalia marked a shift towards the idea that religion should not be settled through violence, and instead advocated for religious tolerance and negotiation. Signup and view all the answers