What was the Protestant Reformation? Notes #40

The Protestant Reformation was a period, during the 1500s, when the power of the Catholic Church in Europe was weakened.

Lutheran/Evangelical The Reformation resulted in the formation of new Christian (Protestant) churches, bringing an end to religious unity in Europe. Lutheran/Evangelical Methodist Baptist

The Renaissance helped influence the Reformation by encouraging people to have a questioning attitude.

Selling “indulgences” (pardons for sins) As a result, people began to question the motives and practices of the Catholic Church. Selling “indulgences” (pardons for sins) Pope Leo X

The Reformation was sparked by German monk Martin Luther, who openly objected to practices of the Catholic Church.

In 1517, Luther posted his Ninety-five Theses, calling for reforms within the Catholic Church.

Johann Gutenberg’s invention of the printing press helped spread Luther’s ideas throughout Europe.

As a result, more people began to question the Catholic Church, weakening its power.

Many people left the Catholic Church for new Protestant churches formed by Reformation leaders like Luther, Henry VIII, John Calvin, or John Knox. Henry VIII John Calvin John Knox