Why did the Reformation happen? Flashcards
Why did the Reformation happen?
Initially for Henry’s divorce (spark) but it continued after showing it became about power - NOT ABOUT CHURCH OR RELIGION BEING UNPOPULAR
What evidence is there that the reformation wasn’t caused by religion/the church being unpopular?
Henry was not a committed Protestant (as shown by the Catholic doctrine present within the Church of England).
The Catholic Church was still popular and not under a major threat (check pre-reformation church flashcards).
What evidence is there that the reformation wasn’t just caused by the divorce?
The dissolution of the monasteries came after Henry was re-married
What evidence is there that power/finance was the cause of the reformation?
Henry saw the financial gains he could make
Henry saw the power he could gain