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The Modern Age in Europe (B) Reformation — Revision Notes
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The Modern Age in Europe (B) Reformation revision notes for ICSE Class 9 History & Civics: 4 topics in quick points.
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1. Meaning and Spread of the Reformation
- The Reformation was a group of religious movements of the sixteenth century.
- It began because people were unhappy with the drawbacks of the Church and the objectionable practices of clergymen.
- The main target was the Pope, the highest authority in the Church hierarchy.
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2. Causes of the Reformation
- Dissatisfaction with the practices of the Catholic Church was a major cause.
- The Church had vast properties and received one-tenth of a person’s income as tithe.
- In addition to tithe, the clergy collected Peter’s Pence from the people.
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3. Martin Luther and the Reformation Movement
- Martin Luther was a German clergyman and professor of Theology at the University of Wittenburg.
- He openly criticised the papacy and accused the Church of selling Indulgences.
- In 1512, he went on a pilgrimage to Rome and saw clergymen living luxurious lives.
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4. Counter Reformation
- The Counter Reformation was the movement to restore the credibility of the Catholic Church.
- It was started by dedicated Christians, including some Popes.
- A Church Council was convened at Trent in northern Italy in 1545 by Pope Paul III.
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The Reformation was a groupRoman Catholics remained loyal toIndulgences were pardon certificates or lettersSimony was the practice of sellingTithe was one
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