Philip of Hesse + the scandal 1540 Flashcards
What did Luther’s friendship with Philip of Hesse lead to?
Luther being drawn into Philip’s personal life.
What happened?
Philip’s decision to commit bigomy and Luther’s (very reluctant- conservative views on sex and marriage) agreement.
What is bigomy seen as?
Less sinful than adultery.
What did this do?
Damaged his standing as a moderate conservative thinker and bad judgement caused religious and political tension.
Who was Philip Melanchthon 1497-1560?
He helped to embed the reformation and converted after teaching with Luther at Wittenberg.
What was Melanchthon’s personality like, give examples.
Different to Luther- an effective conciliator- role at Diet of Augsburg 1530, answered Charles V call for unity.
What did Melanchthon write and what did it do?
‘Loci Communes’ pamphlet 1521- ability to synthesise ideas.
Who was John Bugenhagen 1485-1558?
A humanist and priest, inspired by Luther’s 1520 pamphlet ‘Babylonish captivity of the church’.
What skills did Bugenhagen have, what did he create with these?
Brilliant organisational skills- created 1st model for the Lutheran church, as a standalone church. Known as the Saxon Model.
What did the Saxon Model give to princes and city rulers?
More input/say into managing the German church- more power and control. It look Luther’s idea further.
