Opposition To The Reformation Flashcards
Who was Elizabeth Barton and how did she oppose the reformation
She was a kent nun. In (1525) met Virgin marry in her visions, cured her illness. Her reputations were built on visions.
She would speak without moving her lips and terrifyingly
(1527)
Got visions and attacked HenryVIII plans to divorce Catherine. Wanting to burn English bibles. Aswell as warning Henry will have a horrible death if married Anne Boleyn
-(1534)- was executed for treason (too influential)
Who was John fisher and how did he oppose the reformation?
He was bishop of Rochester. HenryVIII tutor. I’n (1527) sided with Catherine of Aragon in divorce and break with Rome
•in 1534 refused to take oaths
• (1535) pope made him cardinal. In June was executed for treason.
[Only bishop killed]
Who was Thomas more and how did he oppose the reformation?
In 1516 he published utopia. The perfect world. He Was a devout Catholic . In (1529 ) became lord chancellor. He burned Protestant books and people
(1532) resigned from I’ll health. Henry viewed him as dangerous for not agreeing
(1535) executed under the act of treason in the Tower of London. Said to have spoken his true feelings. Although he was always loyal to the king
