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Unveiling the Protestant Reformation: From Doubts to Division

Explore the Protestant Reformation's roots in Renaissance skepticism towards the Catholic faith, led by Martin Luther challenging doctrinal teachings and practices. Discover the pivotal events and dividing doctrines that transformed the course of Christianity, sparking a revolution in religious beliefs. Witness the impact of this historical upheaval on the Church and society, as individuals sought autonomy in interpreting Scriptures. Delve into the causes, controversies, and consequences that shaped a new era of faith and dissent.

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Unveiling the Protestant Reformation: From Doubts to Division

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  1. THEPROTESTANT REFORMATION

  2. THECAUSE • Doubts concerning the Catholic faith came about in the Renaissance, or the time of the “rebirth” of knowledge. • This was due largely to the printing press, which allowed more access to the Bible. As a result, many began to question Catholic doctrine.

  3. THE BEGINNING • The Protestant Reformation begins with a German Augustinian monk by the name of Martin Luther. • Upset with multiple practices and doctrines of the Catholic Church, Martin Luther posted the 95 Theses on a church door in Wittenburg. • This was a common practice of the day that served as an invitation to debate.

  4. FROM REFORM TO REVOLT • The Reformation initially began as an attempt to change the Catholic Church from within by eliminating certain practices and doctrines of the Church. • As hope for such internal change began to fide, the reformers, called “protestants”, began to break from the Church.

  5. DIVIDINGDOCTRINES • Among the many reasons for the Reformation were some of these key Catholic doctrines: • --Authority of Pope: Reformers challenged the concept of Divine revelation from the Pope, saying that the Bible was the sole authority for any and all doctrine. • --Selling of indulgences: The payment of money to the Catholic Church for forgiveness of sins was opposed by the Protestants. • --Transubstantiation: Belief that communion was literally Christ’s body and blood. This was opposed by many reformers.

  6. RESULTS OF REFORM • As a result of the Reformation, complete trust in the Catholic teachings was broken. Despite excommunication and persecution, many begin to take a look at the Scriptures for themselves.

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