Protestant Reformation Pt. 2

Political fear

Religious hatred

Economic prosperity

Weak tolerance for dissent

Religious division between Catholics and Huguenots

Economic hardship in France

Foreign invasion

Disputes over royal succession

Restore discipline

Clarify beliefs

Compete with Protestant education

Expand into Asia

Authority comes from Church tradition and Scripture; Faith alone is insufficient for salvation

Authority comes from the Pope only; Faith alone is sufficient for salvation

Authority comes from local priests; Faith alone is sufficient for salvation

Authority comes from the Bible only; Faith alone is insufficient for salvation

Iron Maiden

Roasting alive

Finger rack

All of the above

It damaged moral credibility and illustrated the danger of unchecked power.

It increased church attendance and improved community relations.

It led to more open debates and greater religious tolerance.

It strengthened the economy and reduced crime rates.

It showed the dangers of religious division and intolerance.

It was a celebration of religious unity.

It marked the end of political fear in Europe.

It promoted peaceful coexistence among different faiths.

Spain became predominantly Christian while Turkey became predominantly Muslim.

Spain became predominantly Muslim while Turkey became predominantly Christian.

Both Spain and Turkey became predominantly Christian.

Both Spain and Turkey became predominantly Muslim.