2) Elizabeth's Religious Policies 5: Seminary Priests Flashcards
What were Seminary Priests?
Seminary Priests were English Catholics who had been trained for the Priesthood at the college in Douai which was founded in 1568 by William Allen.
What were young Seminary Priests taught at the college in Douai?
Young Seminary priests were taught that it was their duty to return to England and work for the salvation of souls and re-establish Catholicism.
How many Seminary Priests returned to England and how many were killed?
Around 430 Seminary Priests returned to England and 98 were killed.
What were Seminary Priests willing to do?
Seminary Priests were willing to seek martyrdom and welcomed the thought of dying for their religion.
What were Seminary Priests determined to do?
Seminary Priests were determined to inspire English Catholics and risk their lives doing so.
Why did Seminary Priests fail?
Seminary Priests failed because of their small numbers and their concentration in the South-East of England, where the fewest Catholics were.
