the church and its condition under wolsey Flashcards
What position did Wolsey hold in the English Church?
Legatus a latere
This title allowed him to wield significant influence, despite not being Archbishop of Canterbury.
What were some criticisms of Wolsey’s character and actions?
Pluralist and absentee
Critics argued he embodied the corruption of the Church, being abbot of the richest abbey while fathering children.
What reforms did Wolsey implement in the 1520s?
Dissolved twenty small monasteries and attempted educational reform
These actions were part of his efforts to address issues within the Church.
What were the notable cases that raised issues regarding the Church in the 1510s?
Hunne Case and Standish affair
These incidents highlighted some of the problems within the Church but were considered exceptions.
What were the arguments for the Church’s support during this period?
- Little evidence the Pope was unpopular
- Local clergy were respected
- High ordination rates
- Limited disquiet over tithes in the south-east
- Supportive Church calendar for rural activities
- Few ignorant priests found in visitations
- High demand for devotional literature
- Ongoing large-scale building projects
- Continued monetary support in wills for the Church
- Founding of chantries continued
- Contributions for religious images
- Support for religious guilds
These points illustrate the complex relationship between the Church and its followers.
What were some concerns about the Church noted in the south-east and London?
Clergy greed and ambition
John Colet’s sermon in 1511 criticized abuses, reflecting a growing concern about the Church’s practices.
What was the state of support for heretical movements like Lollardy?
Support was small
This indicates that there was little evidence of widespread discontent or attack against the Church.
True or False: Most people in England attended church regularly during Wolsey’s time.
True
Attendance at church was common, indicating a level of support for the institution.
Fill in the blank: Wolsey did not visit York until _______.
1529
His absence as a bishop raised concerns about the responsibilities of church leaders.
What is pluralism in the context of the Church during Wolsey’s time?
Holding multiple church offices simultaneously
This practice was common among clergy, leading to criticisms of absenteeism.
What percentage of people in Devon and Cornwall left money to religious guilds between 1520 and 1529?
57 percent
This statistic highlights the continued financial support for religious institutions.
