History A-Level
Popular religion
What Popular religion means in History A-Level, as defined for AQA.
Definition of Popular religion
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Widespread conformity to Catholic restoration was evident as many parishes swiftly rebuilt altars and restored Catholic rituals before being legally compelled, demonstrating genuine grassroots support.
Topics that use Popular religion
- 2D Religious conflict and the Church in England, c1529– c1570 – The restoration of Papal Authority, 1553–1558 (A-level only) (AQA A-Level)
Related terms
- Catholic reformation
- Church and state
- Economic impact of religious change
- Foreign policy
- monastic lands
- National identity
- Papal authority
- Persecution and martyrdom
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