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Who was Ignatius of Loyola?
Founder of the Jesuit Order and author of 'Spiritual Exercises'.
Who was Teresa of Avila?
A reformer who focused on spiritual warfare and strict spiritual practices.
Who was Martin Luther?
A key figure in the Protestant Reformation whose actions spurred the Catholic Reformation.
Who was Pope Paul IV?
The Pope who first published the Index of Prohibited Books in 1559.
Who was Pope Leo X?
Pope who excommunicated Martin Luther in 1521.
Who was Francis Xavier?
Co-founded the Jesuit Order with Ignatius of Loyola in 1539.
What was Ignatius of Loyola known for?
Founding the Jesuit Order and writing 'Spiritual Exercises'.
What was Teresa of Avila known for?
Reforming the Carmelite Order.
What was Martin Luther known for?
Sparking the Protestant Reformation with his Ninety-Five Theses.
What was Pope Paul IV known for?
Publishing the first Index of Prohibited Books.
What is 'anathema'?
A formal ecclesiastical curse involving excommunication.
What was the Council of Trent?
An ecumenical council of the Catholic Church (1545-1563) addressing doctrine, discipline, and reform.
What is the Jesuit Order?
Also known as the Society of Jesus, founded by Ignatius of Loyola in 1540, known for education and missionary work.
What was the Index of Prohibited Books?
A list of books deemed heretical or dangerous for Catholics to read, first published in 1559.
Define 'ecclesiastical'.
Relating to the Christian Church or its clergy.
What is meant by 'doctrine'?
A belief or set of beliefs held and taught by a Church.
What is a 'seminary'?
A college for training priests or ministers.
Define 'heretical'.
Believing in or practicing religious heresy.
What is 'spiritual warfare'?
The concept of battling against evil spiritual forces.
What is 'Baroque' art?
A style of art characterized by grandeur, drama, and intense emotion.
What was the significance of the Council of Trent (1545-1563)?
Addressed Catholic doctrine, discipline, and reform in response to the Protestant Reformation.
What was the result of the founding of the Jesuit Order in 1540?
It played a key role in education, missionary work, and countering the Protestant Reformation.
What was the impact of publishing the Index of Prohibited Books in 1559?
It aimed to protect the Catholic faith by controlling the spread of dangerous ideas.
What was the significance of Martin Luther posting his Ninety-Five Theses in 1517?
It sparked the Protestant Reformation.
What happened in 1521?
Pope Leo X excommunicated Martin Luther.
What happened in 1566?
Council of Trent issues a Catechism, reforming some practices.
What was the Edict of Nantes (1598)?
Granted some protection to French Protestants.
What was the Catholic Reformation?
The Catholic Church's response to the Protestant Reformation, involving internal reform and renewal.
What was the primary goal of the Catholic Reformation?
To address corruption, clarify doctrine, and win back followers.
What was banned by the Council of Trent?
The sale of indulgences.