History A-Level
Reformation and social revolt
What Reformation and social revolt means in History A-Level, as defined for Pearson Edexcel.
Definition of Reformation and social revolt
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Luther denounced the rebels of the Peasants' War in 1525 because they mixed the gospel with social rebellion, though he first urged moderation.
Topics that use Reformation and social revolt
- The development of Lutheranism, 1521–46 (Pearson Edexcel A-Level)
Related terms
- Catechism
- German Mass
- Political authority and obedience
- Princely alliances
- Real Presence
- Religious radicalism and order
- Edict of Worms
- heretic
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