Religion 1485-1701

Henry VIII movement away from Pope

Kept people from appealing to outside courts, including Catherine, put Henry VIII in charge of church, movement away from Catholicism.

Movement away from the Pope, Henry tacking control of English churches

More land for the monarchy, most people go along with Henry VIII out of fear, following the nobles and clergy.

Revolt, people have problem with Henry VIII throwing out the Pope

Required Political Office-Holders to swear to the Church of England

England thought of as "Island of Protestantism", wanted Scotland to be a part of that for strength. Scottish religious and political system very different from England.

Protestants used to show the horror of Catholics