Problems Inside the Medieval Catholic Church Flashcards
Who was Martin Luther?
A monk who addressed problems within the Catholic Church in 1517
He is known for nailing the 95 Theses to the church door in Wittenberg, Germany.
What are the 95 Theses?
A list of grievances against the Catholic Church written by Martin Luther
They highlighted issues such as the sale of indulgences and corruption within the Church.
What was one of Luther’s significant issues with the Catholic Church?
The sale of indulgences
Indulgences were believed to reduce time in purgatory and help individuals reach heaven faster.
What did Luther believe about the impact of buying indulgences?
That it had no impact on whether people would get into heaven
He argued that salvation could not be purchased.
What other problems did Luther point out in the Catholic Church?
Priests not being well educated and corruption among leaders
He also criticized the Pope’s excessive power over the Church and politics.
What were Luther’s beliefs about salvation?
Salvation comes from faith alone
He emphasized that the Bible was the sole source of information about one’s faith.
What radical belief did Luther hold regarding Christians?
All Christians are equal before God
This belief suggested there was no need for a pope.
How did the printing press contribute to Luther’s movement?
It helped spread Luther’s ideas and increased his popularity
The movement became known as the Protestant Reformation.
What is the term used for followers of Luther’s movement?
Protestants
They separated from the Catholic Church as a result of Luther’s teachings.
What significant response did the Catholic Church initiate due to the Protestant Reformation?
The Counter Reformation
This included significant changes such as the stoppage of the sale of indulgences.
What is a key difference in access to education today compared to the past?
Women today have access to the same education and opportunities as men
This has led to the emergence of Renaissance women.
What is a modern alternative term for ‘Renaissance man’?
Polymath
This term reflects individuals with diverse talents and knowledge.
What characteristics define today’s Renaissance men?
Philosophical thinkers, gifted artistically, athletic, and multilingual
They may study various languages compared to historical figures like da Vinci.
What types of artistic expression might modern Renaissance men engage in?
Music, acting, and visual arts
These forms of expression reflect their diverse talents.
