Why did Henry divorce Catherine? Flashcards
Why did Henry divorce Catherine?
Dynasty/Heir
What role did dynasty play in the divorce?
He didn’t have a son and was concerned he would not have one with Catherine to succeed him.
What role did Anne Boleyn play in the divorce?
Henry fell in love with Anne who refused to sleep with him until she was made King.
Ended up pregnant with his child so he needed to get a divorce.
What role did Catherine’s age play in the divorce?
Catherine was getting too old so Henry was worried she would not be able to have any more children and therefore couldn’t provide him with a son.
What role did religion play in the divorce?
Henry read Leviticus in the bible saying a man shouldn’t marry his brothers wife or he will be punished.
Henry thought he had insulted God and was being punished by not having a son.
