Religious settlement (1559) Flashcards

Elizabeth I's attempt to establish a middle way between Catholicism and Protestantism in England.

Declared Elizabeth I as Supreme Governor of the Church of England, ensuring Protestant control.

Established a common prayer book and required church attendance, aiming to unite Catholics and Protestants.

Instructions to clergy on how to conduct services and enforce the Religious Settlement.

Included the Act of Supremacy, Act of Uniformity, and Royal Injunctions to create religious compromise.

Allowed English Bible, Protestant teachings, and Elizabeth as Supreme Governor instead of the Pope.

Retained some traditional practices like church decorations and priests wearing vestments.

Rejected the Pope's authority and banned Latin Mass, causing resentment among Catholics.

Kept some Catholic elements like bishops and church decorations, which Puritans opposed.

Created stability but faced opposition from Catholics, Puritans, and foreign Catholic powers.

Catholics refused to attend church (recusants), and Puritans wanted further reforms.

To avoid religious conflict and unite England under a moderate Protestant framework.