9781331647379 - Short History of the Reformation (Classic Reprint) de Hurst, John F. (3 resultados)

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PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book chronicles the history of the Protestant Reformation, a religious movement that began in the 16th century and led to the establishment of Protestantism, a new movement in Christianity separate from the Catholic Church. The author provides an overview of the events that led to the Reformation, the key figures involved, and the major ideas that shaped the movement. The book places particular significance on the role of Martin Luther, the German monk whose challenge to papal authority sparked the movement, and his Ninety-Five Theses, a document that outlined the key differences between Protestantism and Catholicism. The text covers the broader historical context of the Reformation, including the political and social upheaval of the time, the schisms within the Catholic Church, and the rise of humanism and the Renaissance, which contributed to the intellectual and cultural climate that allowed for the Reformation to take hold. The author also examines the spread of Protestantism to various countries and regions and the impact it had on European society and politics, including the religious wars that it sparked. An essential read for anyone seeking a comprehensive overview of the Protestant Reformation, this book offers valuable insights into the historical, theological, and social forces that shaped one of the most significant religious movements in Christianity. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.