Religion under Edward VI Flashcards
1
Q
Attack on Catholicism
3
A
Somerset’s policy was cautious as most of the country was still Catholic.
Clergy ordered to give services in English and an English Bible must be present. Was Done through the Book of Homilies 1547
Parliament repealed the Treason Act, meaning people were more free to discuss religious reform
2
Q
Act of Uniformity
3
A
1549
Clergy could marry
Communion was in English
Singing for the souls of the dead ended
3
Q
Establishment of a fully reformed church
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1553
The 2nd Prayer Book & Act of Uniformity were introduced.
42 Articles were drawn up but never in place due to Edwards death.
England was legally protestant by the time of Edward’s death
