#1
Who is considered the initiator of the Protestant Reformation?
Martin Luther
ExplanationMartin Luther is credited as the initiator of the Protestant Reformation, challenging the Catholic Church's teachings.
#2
Who was the English monarch who broke away from the Catholic Church and established the Church of England?
Henry VIII
ExplanationHenry VIII separated from the Catholic Church, creating the Church of England, to obtain an annulment for his marriage.
#3
What was the term used to describe the sale of indulgences that sparked Luther's protest?
Tetzel's Preaching
ExplanationThe sale of indulgences, particularly Tetzel's Preaching, triggered Martin Luther's protest and the subsequent Protestant Reformation.
#4
Who was the first Protestant ruler of England?
Edward VI
ExplanationEdward VI was the first Protestant ruler of England, succeeding Henry VIII, and played a role in shaping the early English Reformation.
#5
What was the main theological doctrine that Martin Luther emphasized in his teachings?
Sola Fide (Faith Alone)
ExplanationMartin Luther emphasized the doctrine of 'Sola Fide' (Faith Alone), asserting that faith, not deeds, justifies salvation.
#6
In which year did Martin Luther nail his Ninety-five Theses to the door of the Castle Church in Wittenberg?
1517
ExplanationMartin Luther posted his Ninety-five Theses in 1517, sparking the Reformation by criticizing indulgences and Church practices.
#7
Which theologian's ideas influenced the establishment of Calvinism?
John Calvin
ExplanationJohn Calvin's teachings formed the basis of Calvinism, emphasizing predestination and influencing Protestant theology.
#8
Which event is considered the starting point of the Protestant Reformation?
The Diet of Worms
ExplanationThe Protestant Reformation is considered to begin with the Diet of Worms, where Martin Luther refused to recant his beliefs before the Holy Roman Emperor.
#9
Who is known for translating the Bible into English, contributing to the spread of Protestant ideas?
William Tyndale
ExplanationWilliam Tyndale's translation of the Bible into English played a crucial role in spreading Protestant ideas and challenging the Catholic Church.
#10
Which German city was the first to adopt Lutheranism as its official religion?
Wittenberg
ExplanationWittenberg was the first German city to officially adopt Lutheranism, becoming a center for the early Protestant movement.
#11
Who was the Swiss theologian who played a key role in the development of Reformed theology?
Huldrych Zwingli
ExplanationHuldrych Zwingli, a Swiss theologian, played a crucial role in the development of Reformed theology and the Swiss Reformation.
#12
Who founded the Society of Jesus (Jesuits) in response to the Protestant Reformation?
Ignatius of Loyola
ExplanationIgnatius of Loyola founded the Jesuits as a Catholic response to the Protestant Reformation, emphasizing education and missions.
#13
Who was the founder of the Anabaptist movement?
Conrad Grebel
ExplanationConrad Grebel is considered the founder of the Anabaptist movement, which emphasized adult baptism and the separation of church and state.
#14
Who was the German printer responsible for publishing Martin Luther's Ninety-five Theses widely across Europe?
Johannes Gutenberg
ExplanationJohannes Gutenberg, a German printer, played a vital role in publishing and disseminating Martin Luther's Ninety-five Theses across Europe.
#15
Who was the German theologian and leader of the Radical Reformation known for his advocacy of adult baptism?
Menno Simons
ExplanationMenno Simons, a German theologian, led the Radical Reformation and advocated for adult baptism, founding the Mennonite movement.