Reformation Collection (page 33)

Pope Paulus Iii / Cavallie
POPE PAULUS III (Alessandro Farnese) reformer, patron of the arts, convener of Council of Trent

Pope Paulus Iii / Fursten
POPE PAULUS III (Alessandro Farnese) Reformer, patron of the arts, convener of Council of Trent (reigned 1534-49)

Expulsion of Monks 1530S
After Henry VIII has broken with the papacy, monks are expelled from England

LUTHER KIDNAPPED
Condemned as a heretic by the Church, he is kidnapped by sympathisers and taken to a safe house, the Wartburg, under the protection of the Elector of Saxony

Luther and Zwingli
THE MARBURG COLLOQUY He debates theological issues with Zwingli at Marburg but they are unable to agree on the significance of Jesuss words at his Last Supper

Jean Calvin / Dankertz
JEAN CALVIN French reformer, active in Switzerland

Calvin / Walter
JEAN CALVIN French theological reformer, active in Switzerland

Irvingites; Cutty Stool
IRVINGITES A sinner has to stand on the cutty stool while the congregation of followers of Edward Irving pray for his reformation

C15 Religious Costume
Ecclesiastical habits, a pilgrim, a nun and a monk - two of them carrying their beads, for this is before the Reformation

Battle of Frankenhausen
PEASANTS REVOLT Thomas Munezer, leader of the peasants, just before the defeat by Philip of Hesse at Frankenhausen

Luther Condemns Peasants
Martin Luther, at Seeburg, condemns Peasants who think that his rebellion against the Pope authorises them to rebel against secular authority

Luther Travels to Worms
Threatened with excommunication by the pope, Luther travels to Worms where he will be condemned as a heretic for refusing to retract his views

Luther and Eck
At Leipzig, in disputation with Johann Eck, he denies the supreme authority of popes and councils

Luther Burns Bull 1520
He burns the Papal bull in front of the East gate of Wittemberg

Luther Translating
MARTIN LUTHER depicted while translating the Bible, during his seclusion at the Wartburg : the Holy Spirit, in the form of a dove, inspires his labour

Luther (Spangenberg)
MARTIN LUTHER German church reformer, depicted writing

Jean Calvin Reading
JEAN CALVIN French reformer, active in Switzerland

Britain / Henry VIII Pope
Henry VIII tramples on Pope Clement VII; an allegorical print

Luther & Swan
MARTIN LUTHER with a swan

Thomas Bodley
SIR THOMAS BODLEY - scholar, statesman and diplomat, best known for his reformation of the public library at Oxford, now named for him. with his autograph

Peasant Preaching
A feature of the Reformation in 16th century Germany - a peasant preaches, and the populace listen

Henry VIII and the Pope at the Reformation
The Pope suppressed by King Henry VIII -- a contemporary satire on Englands break with Rome, showing Henry sitting on his throne with the Pope under his feet

Religious Debate 1529
Two protestant churchmen, Luther and Zwingli, engage in a religious debate

Bannbulle at Wittenberg
Martin Luther burns the papal bull ( Bannbulle ) at Wittenberg

Luther burns the Papal Bull 1520
Martin Luther burns the Papal bull in front of the East gate of Wittenberg

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The Reformation: A Revolutionary Movement in Religious History The Reformation, led by Martin Luther, was a pivotal moment in religious history that forever changed the course of Christianity. In 1517, Luther boldly nailed his 95 Theses to the door of the Castle Church in Wittenberg, Germany, sparking a wave of dissent against the corrupt practices of the Catholic Church. Luther's defense before Holy Roman Emperor Charles V at the Diet in Worms in April 1521 showcased his unwavering commitment to challenging established norms and seeking spiritual truth. This iconic event is immortalized through a line engraving from the 19th century, capturing Luther's courageous stand against religious authority. As Luther's ideas gained momentum across Europe, other influential figures emerged. John Calvin played a significant role with his theological teachings and leadership in Geneva. His impact on Protestantism cannot be overstated as he advocated for reforming church practices and emphasizing individual faith. Satirical depictions mocking Martin Luther highlight both opposition and fascination with this movement. The illustration "Fleisch macht Fleisch" (Meat Gives Meat) from 1555 reflects societal reactions to Luther's views on fasting during Lent – an example of how deeply ingrained traditions were challenged during this period. Meanwhile, William Tyndale contributed immensely to spreading Reformation ideals by translating the Bible into English so that common people could access it directly without relying solely on clergy interpretation. In England, Henry VIII's desire for divorce sparked further reformation efforts resulting in England breaking away from papal authority. This marked another significant chapter within this transformative movement. The Reformation was not just about theological debates; it had profound social and political implications as well. It reshaped societies across Europe and ignited discussions about power structures within religion and government alike. Today we remember these brave individuals like Martin Luther who fearlessly stood up against corruption while risking their lives for what they believed was right.