History A-Level
heretic
What heretic means in History A-Level, as defined for Pearson Edexcel.
Definition of heretic
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Reference: Pearson Edexcel
One of the two things the Edict of Worms declared Luther, alongside outlaw.
Topics that use heretic
- 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
- Edict of Worms
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