Impact of the Reformation on Scotland Flashcards
Religious identity
By 1603, as a result of the reformation, Scotland was a Protestant country with a small catholic minority.
This was an impact of the reformation because the religious identity of Scotland had changed.
Language
Reformation services were no longer conducted in latin.
This was an impact of the reformation because it meant that people were hearing readings from the bible in a more familiar language.
Banning of the organ
The playing of the organ and the sound of music in the church was associated with the catholic faith and was banned.
This was an impact of the reformation because it meant church services were becoming simpler and more austere.
Stool of repentance
The ‘stool of repentance’ was used to punish those who had broken the moral code.
This was an impact of the reformation because it meant that people were now being scolded in the public presence of the congregation.
Inside of parishes
The interiors of most parish kirks were plain and whitewashed.
This was an impact of the reformation because previously, people were used to seeing catholic churches full of gold decor and pictures of Christ. The Kirk banned decoration to avoid distraction within the church.
How weddings were celebrated
Celebrations of weddings and any other events were kept to a minimum.
This was an impact of the reformation because now these celebrations were reduced to their religious aspects.
Attendance of daily and Sunday services
Emphasis was laid apon by the Kirk of both daily and Sunday services.
This was an impact of the reformation because people in Scotland became more devout to their religion.
Kirk discouraged the performance of plays and music
The performance of plays, music, and dancing were actively discouraged by the Kirk.
This was an impact of the reformation because this was to remove frivolous distractions from worship.
