UNIT1-Christianity in Europe before the reformation EOY Flashcards
Who controlled Europe
The ruler of the catholic church, the pope.
What is a Indulgence?
A certificate guaranteeing less time in purgatory in return for donations to the Catholic Church.
Who could afford a Indulgence?
Only the rich could afford an Indulgence
How much was an Indulgence
25 gold florins
What is Purgatory
Part of the afterlife where the soul is purified of sin before heaven.
What are the main teachings of the catholic church?
Puratory and real prescence
What language was the bible written in?
Latin
When did Leo X become pope
1513
What is the real prescence?
The Idea that Christ is fully present in the bread and wine at mass
How can catholics get less time in Purgatory?
Buy an indulgence or use a rosary.
What is a rosary?
Prayer beads.
How are rosarys used?
There is a different prayer on every bead as you touch each bead the prayer was sent to the saints who talk to god about the time you spend in purgatory. Every 10 beads theres a more important prayer.