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| ‘Scholasticism’ (1200-1500) |
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Definition
Rational, systematic approach to doctrine.
They tried to prove the existence of God, by reason and rational argument. |
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| Transubstantiation (4th Lateran Council, 1215) |
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Definition
| The substance of bread and wine changes into the body and blood of Christ. |
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Term
| Great Schism - West (1378-1414) |
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Definition
“Babylonian Captivity of the Church” (1309-1377)
Avignon papacy (1309-1377) – Pope Clement V moves from Rome to Avignon, France
French influence and wealth.
‘Great Schism’of Western Church: (1378-1414)
Pope Gregory XI returns to Rome; French appoint another Pope
Result: Two popes!
(1409-Council of Piza appoints another: Three popes!)
Resolved: Council of Constance (1414) – Ends Great (Western) Schism under Pope Martin V. |
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| Church Tradition (practices) |
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Definition
Focus upon buildings, art, money, power
Indulgences: “Once the coin into the coffer clings, a soul from purgatory heavenward springs!”
Inept/corrupt clergy:
Simony – buying church office |
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