History A-Level
Edict of Worms
What Edict of Worms means in History A-Level, as defined for Pearson Edexcel.
Definition of Edict of Worms
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Condemned Luther as a heretic and an outlaw, with the imperial ban placing his life and liberty at risk.
Topics that use Edict of Worms
- The development of Lutheranism, 1521–46 (Pearson Edexcel A-Level)
Related terms
- Catechism
- German Mass
- Political authority and obedience
- Princely alliances
- Real Presence
- Reformation and social revolt
- Religious radicalism and order
- heretic
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