This Reformation page provides information on The Reformation (Protestant Reformation) including Martin Luther and John Calvin; Henry VIII and the Church of England; the Counter-Reformation (Catholic Reformation), and Ignatian Spirituality.
The Reformation was a 16th and 17th century movement challenging the Catholic Church in Europe. Led by Martin Luther, it sparked the rise of Protestantism and led to religious conflicts across Europe. Later, John Calvin, who was influenced by Martin Luther's work, became the most important figure in the next generation of the Protestant Reformation.
More books from the Library can be found via the History of Christianity reading list.
The Counter-Reformation, or Catholic Reformation as it is also known, stemmed from The Council of Trent (held from 1545 to 1563). It was largely a response to the Protestant Reformation and the series of meetings concentrated on establishing order and defining/reaffirming Catholic teachings, as well as eliminating corruption within the Church.
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