Papacy & Great schism Flashcards
What was the Avignon papacy
A period when the Pope lived in Avignon, France, instead of Rome.
What caused the Great Schism (1378-1414)?
There were two rival Popes—one in Rome and one in Avignon—dividing the Church.
What happened at the Council of Pisa in 1409?
It attempted to fix the Schism but instead resulted in three competing Popes.
How was the Great Schism resolved?
The Council of Constance (1414-1418) removed rival Popes and elected Martin V as the sole Pope.
What was the Conciliarist Movement?
A belief that Church councils should have more authority than the Pope.
Who was John Wycliffe (1324-1384)?
An English reformer who criticized Church wealth, questioned sacraments, and translated the Bible into English.
What is predestination, a belief Wycliffe supported?
The idea that God has already decided who will be saved.
What was the Lollard Rebellion of 1381?
A religious revolt inspired by Wycliffe’s teachings, challenging Church authority.
Who was Jan Hus (1369-1415)?
A Czech reformer influenced by Wycliffe who called for Church reforms and was executed in 1415.
Why was Jan Hus executed?
He challenged Church corruption and opposed the authority of the Pope.
What was the Hundred Years’ War?
A long war between England and France over the French throne.
What major pandemic hit Europe during the war?
The Black Plague (1348).
What was Charles IV of Luxembourg’s contribution to education?
He founded Prague University (1348), which became a center for reformist ideas.
Who was Charles IV of Luxembourg?
The Holy Roman Emperor during the period, involved in the Hundred Years’ War.
What was Charles IV’s contribution to education?
He founded Prague University (1348), which became a center for reformist ideas.
What did Jan Hus do in Prague?
He had a successful university career and led grassroots reforms.
What was Wycliffe’s impact on the Bible?
He translated the Bible into English, making it more accessible to the people.
