Church In The Early Modern Period Flashcards
What were alters like?
Catholic- glamorously decorated
Protestant- Plain and simple
What were decorations like?
Catholic- Richly decorated, gold candlesticks
Protestant- Plain to focus on prayer
What were bishops and priests like?
Catholic- had priests to connect them to god
Protestants- had no priest, as they were all connected to god
What was the Pope like?
Catholic- was in charge and knew god’s wishes
Protestant- Wears a plain robe to show that they care about god.
Forgiving sins
Catholic-gives money and gifts
Protestant- only god can forgive
Language
Catholic- latin, because it’s traditional
Protestant- English so everyone can join in
Going to hell
Catholic- whoever isn’t catholic goes to hell
Protestant- Whoever isn’t protestant goes to hell