Protestant Reformation

Nationalism
1. popes prioritized increase in papal power in Italy
2. princes & kings fought against the popes
  1. resented popes' control over their territories
  2. disliked papal taxes
Renaissance
1. ancient civilizations (Rome, Greece, Egypt)
2. turning to God to celebrate human achievements
3. critical thinking, questioning
4. secular activities & building projects over spiritual responsibilities
Abuses in the Church
1. corrupt popes abuse power
  1. collect papal taxes
  2. scheme w/ state leaders
  3. sell indulgences & Episcopal offices
2. Christians demanded for reforms
Emotionalism & Superstition
1. people believed in items in hopes guarantee their safety
  1. relics of saints
  2. bizarre penances
  3. magical practices
2. people filled w/ fear & dread; rise of emotionalism & superstition
  1. Last Judgement images
  2. Black Death/Bubonic Plague
Strong Personalities
1. strong, forceful leaders
2. influenced many w/ charismatic preaching & intelligent leadership
3. reformers took ideas outside church

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	Created by Janine Regala almost 7 years ago