What were the key events of the reformation
The Reformation was a period of religious and political upheaval that took place in Europe during the 16th century. Here are some key events of the Reformation:
1) Publication of Martin Luther's Ninety-Five Theses in 1517, which challenged the authority and practices of the Catholic Church.
2) The spread of Luther's ideas across Europe through the printing press and the rise of the Protestant movement.
3) The establishment of the Church of England under King Henry VIII after his break with the Catholic Church.
4) The Council of Trent, a series of meetings held by the Catholic Church to address the challenges of the Reformation, which resulted in a reaffirmation of traditional Catholic doctrine and practice.
5) The Peace of Augsburg in 1555, which ended the religious conflict in Germany and allowed each prince to choose whether their territory would be Protestant or Catholic.
6) The Thirty Years' War (1618-1648), a bloody conflict between Protestant and Catholic forces in Europe that devastated many countries and ultimately led to the emergence of nation-states and religious toleration.