1. Reformation Spreads to England World Civilizations Madison Southern High School

2. Switzerland The home of many Protestant Reformers, such as: John Calvin and Ulrich Zwingli. Ulrich Zwingli – fellow Catholic monk who had beliefs similar to Martin Luther. Radical Reformer who set up a Theocracy in Zurich, Switzerland. Theocracy – church and government were as one and officials are seen to be spiritually inspired.

3. Scotland John Knox, inspired by the ideas of John Calvin, brought the Protestant Reformation to Scotland. His church would be known as Presbyterian. His major argument was that ritual ceremonies were a form of idol worship, mainly ceremonies similar to a Catholic Mass.

4. Similarities and Differences Protestants believe that the truth is found in the bible. Therefore, people began interpreting the bible for themselves.

5. Anabaptists “baptize again” – children should be re-baptized as adults. Supported the separation of church and state. Refused to fight in wars – PACIFISM Persecuted by Catholics and Protestants

6. England Henry VIII – King of England wanted a divorce. Catholic church will not allow an annulment. Reformation Parliament – set laws to end the Pope’s rule in England. Formed the Church of England.

7. Act of Supremacy Makes Henry VIII head of England’s Church. Henry had 3 children – Edward VI, Mary I “bloody Mary”, and Elizabeth I. Henry’s successor, Mary I, converted England temporarily back to Catholicism. Hundreds of people were burned at the stake.

8. Elizabeth Supremacy Act – split England from Rome. Elizabeth restored Protestantism and makes it the only legal church. People were required to attend or had to pay a fine. Anglican Church – structured much like the Catholic Church. Also known as the Church of England.