Elizabeth (Catholic Challenges) Flashcards
(9 cards)
What movement did the Catholic Church launch in Europe?
Counter-Reformation
The Counter-Reformation was a response to the Protestant Reformation aimed at reforming the Catholic Church and countering Protestantism.
What were the main goals of the Pope during the Counter-Reformation?
- Support local Catholic communities
- Punish heretics
- Encourage Catholics to attack Protestants
- Rid the Catholic Church of corruption
What instruction did the Pope give in 1566 regarding Church of England services?
All Catholics were instructed not to attend Church of England services
This instruction was part of the Catholic Church’s efforts to maintain its influence and discourage Protestant practices.
What was the role of the papacy in Catholic disobedience in England?
Motivated but did not lead the disobedience
The papacy inspired Catholics to resist the Church of England but did not directly organize the resistance.
What were the severe punishments for refusing to attend Church of England services according to the Religious Settlement?
- Fines
- Imprisonment
- Loss of property or job
- Death (in extreme cases)
How did many Catholics manage to avoid punishment for recusancy?
By avoiding detection
Many Catholics found ways to practice their faith without being caught by authorities.
What did Elizabeth order regarding the enforcement of recusancy punishments?
Authorities were ordered not to look too closely into recusancy
This approach was intended to prevent martyrdom and minimize conflict.
What was Elizabeth’s concern regarding martyrs for the Catholic cause?
To avoid creating martyrs
Elizabeth aimed to reduce the potential for increased support for Catholicism through martyrdom.
What was the overall impact of the papacy on the stability of Elizabeth’s reign?
Limited impact
The papacy’s influence did not significantly destabilize Elizabeth’s rule despite the ongoing religious tensions.
