Problems with the Church Flashcards
1
Q
Who were seen to be corrupt?
A
High church officials
2
Q
What owned 1/3 of all land in Europe?
A
Church
3
Q
How much land did the Church own?
A
1/3 of all land in Europe
4
Q
Why were high church officials corrupt?
A
Sold positions, charged for services, and had to sell indulgences to relieve sins
5
Q
How were sins relieved?
A
By selling indulgences
6
Q
What happened to critics of the Church?
A
Burned alive
