Challenge To The Religous Settlement Flashcards
What was a big Controversy puritans was not happy about
Puritans (extreme protestants) disapproved of the use of crucifix (as it was thought to represent idols)
wearing special vestments (as priests were just seen as ordinary people)
Elizabeth had to back down about the crucifix but managed to imsist the the vestment were worn
What did the papacy do to challemge against protestantism
The papacy did not offer much leadership to catholics, the pope issued an instructions to catholics to not attend church services.
Some people were punished but not many as Elizabeth said not to look into it too closely
How did the nobility challenge protestantism
1/3 of the nobility were recusants
What was the reason for the revolt of the northan earls
Earls from Northumberland and Westmorland noticed that their power in courts were reduced significantly since Elizabeth took over
Earls amd their followers wanted to restore catholisism in England
What year was the Revolt of the Northan Earls
1569
What was the revolt of the northan earls plan
Earls of Northumberland and Westmorland would raise an army and take control of Durham
Then march south to jon up with the Duke of Norfolks foces
Several thousend spanish troops would also support the rebels
The Duke of Norfolk and the rebel forces would seize control of London and overthrow Elizabeth
Mary queen of scotts would be freed, marries to the Duke Norfolk and placed on the throne
What was the main events of the revolt of the Northern Earls
Rebels took control of Durham cathedral and celebrated a whole mass
They controlled land in NE as far south as leeds
Most nobels stayed loyal to Elizabeth and on the 24 November the rebels were forced to retreat and were defeated
Hendred of rebels executed
What was the significance of the Revolt of the Northan Earls
This was the first serious attack from the catholics against Elizabeth
Power and influence of the Northan Earls ended
Prompted harsher treatments against catholics
Pope excommunicated Elizabeth
