Religion 1629-40 Flashcards
What is Laudianism?
Arminian reforms to the Anglican Church by William Laud in the 1630s, including more Catholic aspects.
Give three examples of Laudian policies.
Stained glass windows, increased use of music, ceremony and vestments, railing off of communion table.
What were the Feoffees for Impropriations?
A Puritan organisation that raised money to help Puritan preachers.
What did Charles change in the Book of Sports in 1633?
Sports, morris dancing, etc were now allowed on Sundays.
When was William Laud promoted to Archbishop of Canterbury?
1633
How were Church reforms enforced?
Visitations
Why did Charles fear Puritanism?
Saw them as a threat to order, unity and his monarchy.
What was St Gregory’s Case?
The parishioners of St Gregory’s Church challenged the railing off of their communion table at the Privy Council. Charles ruled that it must be.
Why was the case of Prynne, Burton and Bastwick controversial?
They were respected professionals: a lawyer, doctor and cleric. Their ears were cropped for their vocal Puritanism, which shocked many.
What evidence do we have that a wider section of the population were dissatisfied with Laudian reform?
The Great Migration to North America of about 60,000 people between 1629 and 1640.
Why was Charles initially unpopular in Scotland?
Did not even visit until 1633: was crowned at Edinburgh (not Scone) eight years late.
What were the canons imposed in Scotland in 1636?
Compulsory use of a surplice, use of new prayer book, altar to be at east end of chapel.
What was the response to the imposition of the Book of Common Prayer in 1637?
Riots at St Giles’ Cathedral, Edinburgh
What is millenarianism?
Belief in the imminent end of the world.
