A2 FP1 : Edward VI, Religious changes under Northumberland Flashcards
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What was Northumberland’s approach to religion?
He had a more radical approach to protestantism, influenced by senior clergy such as Cranmer, Ridley, and Hooper, as well as continential reformers such as Msrtin Bucer. Additionally, the increasing influence of Edward VI who believed it was his mission to destory idolatry.
What best demonstrates the firmly protestant nature of religious doctrine under Edward?
42 Articles of Religion, the Crown also persued a systematic asset stripping of the Church in order to recover from the ruinous experience of the protectorate.
How did Northumberland plunder wealth from the Church?
Extracted wealth from the Church through plundering the property of Bishoprics, such as the Dioceses of Worcester and Gloucester with 2/3 of the Worcester Estate going to the Crown.
What and when was the New Treason Act?
New Treason Act 1552, made it an offence to question the Royal Supremacy or any article of faith from the Church.
What and when was the Second Book of Common prayer?
Second Book of Common Prayer, January 1552, was a highly protestant doctrine that removed all traces of Catholicism amd set out a eucharist ceremony in line with Calvanist beliefs.
What and when was the Second Act of Uniformity?
Second Act of Uniformity, April 1552, enforced the second book of common prayer and made it an offence for both clergy and laity not to attent Church of England services.
What changes were made in the Second Book of Common Prayer?
- Removal of remaining conservative ceremonies ; conservatives could no longer find anything in the book which they could accept.
- Radical reform of the communion service.
- Ban on Popish Vestements.
- Restriction on use of Church Music.
What was the impact of Northumberland’s religious changes?
Expenditure on church goods declined after 1540 as people no longer felt they could leave money to the Church as it may be confiscated by the Crown.
Decline in Church Attendance.
Many Churches tried to hide or sell on their jewels before the crown could get to them.
Accession of Mary lead to a spontaneous return to traditional practices.
