A rope for the Pope Flashcards
The church of england
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Historical Overview:
Development of Religion
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- Paganism: Prehistoric Celtic practices.
- Roman Catholicism: Influenced by Roman occupation in the 6th century after Synod of Whitby.
- Reformation Movement: 1534 establishment of the church of england Henry 8
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Introduction:
The Gunpowder Plot
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- Attempted in 1605 to assassinate King James I by blowing up the parliement.
- Led by English Catholics, including Guy Fawkes.
- Discovered, leading to executions.
- Reflects religious tensions in 17th-century England.
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Establishment of the Church of England
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- Henry VIII’s Act of Supremacy (1534): Declared head of the Church.
- Dissolution of Monasteries (1536): Transferred church property to state.
- Despite break, Henry VIII remained Catholic until his death.
- Officially Protestant under Elizabeth I.
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Conflicts and Developments
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- 17th Century: Witnessed ongoing conflicts between Catholics and Protestants, as well as internal conflicts within various Protestant factions.
- Stuart Succession: Period marked by fluctuations between Catholic (Mary Tudor) and Protestant monarchs until the Church of England was firmly established as Protestant.
- Act of Settlement (1701): Enforced the requirement for the monarch to be Protestant, ensuring the stability of the Church of England’s position.
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Modern Religious Landscape
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- Church of England: Remains the official religion of England with the monarch as its head.
- Religious Freedom: Allows citizens to practice their chosen faith, contributing to Britain’s multicultural society.
- Increasing Secularism: Evident in the rise of non-religious affiliations among Britons, shaping the modern religious landscape.
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Conclusion
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- Understanding Religious Struggles: Essential for comprehending Britain’s societal and political evolution.
- Modern Landscape: Reflects a diverse and pluralistic society, shaped by centuries of religious and cultural interactions.
