Catholic Church's authority challenged from "summary" of The Reformation by Diarmaid MacCulloch
The Reformation was a tumultuous period in European history characterized by widespread religious and political upheaval. At the heart of this upheaval was the challenge to the authority of the Catholic Church, which had long held sway over the spiritual and temporal affairs of the people. This challenge came from various quarters, including theologians, rulers, and ordinary believers, who began to question the Church's teachings and practices. One of the key issues that sparked this challenge was the sale of indulgences, which were certificates that promised to reduce the time a soul spent in purgatory. Many people saw this practice as a form of corruption and exploitation, as it seemed to suggest that one could buy their way into heaven. This led to widespread discontent and calls for reform within the Church. Another factor that contributed to the challenge of the Church's authority was the emergence of humanist ideas that ...
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