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Q: Why did persecution increase after the Reformation?
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What movement caused both religious diversity and religious persecution in Europe?

The Reformation


Which is the most persecuted Christian denomination?

Roman Catholics--- taking in account of the persecutions of Rome- the Protestant reformation (wars that followed) persecution during England's reformation. The persecution in early America- cristero war in Mexico- the holocaust of Germany - (second to the Jewish people-


How did the spirit that started the Reformation in Europe manifest itself in the colonies?

By the continued persecution of people by the Roman Empire the spirit of reformation manifested itself in the colonies by the dissident groups.


The reformation helped the increase of trade?

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Why did persecution increase during the Reformation?

Anytime that a lot of people begin to question any kind of authority (religion, government, etc), there will be a backlash by the authority. It's a good example of a social version of Newton's 3rd Law of Motion: For every action, there is an equal and opposite reaction. Back during the times of the reformation, violence was the main plan of action when there was an uprising.


Is there persecution in Kenya?

There are several instances to suggest an increase in religious persecution against Christians in Kenya. While it does not appear to be supported by the Kenyan authorities, the Islamism of surrounding nations seems to have crossed the border.


Three of the following occurred as a result of the catholic counter-reformation. which did not?

The Catholic Counter-Reformation resulted in: increase in missionary efforts, Council of Trent reforms, strengthening of the Inquisition. It did not lead to the abolition of the printing press.


Is it true After the Reformation and Counter Reformation religious tolerance was prevalent throughout the world?

No, religious tolerance was not prevalent throughout the world after the Reformation and Counter Reformation. While there were some instances of increased tolerance in certain regions, religious conflicts and persecution continued in many parts of the world. The level of tolerance varied greatly depending on the time period and location.


What religious groups were involved in religious warfare and persecution following the Protestant Reformation?

Most of the conflict was between Catholics and Protestants (primarily Lutherans and Calvinists), but there was also discrimination and pogroms against Jews who were defenseless.


What does anabaptists mean?

Anabaptists were a group of Protestant Christians who believed in adult baptism rather than infant baptism, and they emphasized the separation of church and state. They faced persecution for their beliefs during the Reformation period.


What is cultural reformation?

for me a cultural reformation is a reformation cultural


How were Wiccans and people accused of being Witches treated during the Reformation?

As the Reformation was in the 16th century and Wicca didn't come into existence until the early twentieth century. There were no Wiccans to be treated in any manner. As for how witches (real and just those accused of being) were treated at the time… The history books are full of references to persecution, prosecution and death.