Reformation Flashcards
Who was Martin Luther?
He was a German monk, who started the Reformation
What did Martin Luther study at University?
Professor of Scripture
What does Reformation mean?
Making changes in the Roman Catholic Church
Name two of Luther’s top 5 reforms
Have a bible in the language of the people
Have educated church workers
Have workers who are devoted to God and there job
Have the church help poor people
Stop selling indulgences
What was an indulgence?
Forgiving a sin for a price
Who was Luther helped by?
John Knox and John Calvin
What invention helped him?
Printing press
What does the Counter Reformation mean?
The response by the Roman Catholic church to the Protestants
Name 1 peaceful tactic?
Council of Trent
Jesuits
Name 1 violent tactic?
Inquisition
Court used torture
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