HIST108 Lecture Notes - Lecture 13: Huldrych Zwingli, Johann Tetzel, Early Christianity
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Drew a line between the middle ages and medieval. Intent goes beyond the control of the initiator. The bible in the middle ages: in latin. Prior to this only in latin, only elite and intellectuals could read the bible. Most likely only had vague understanding of the bible. Wyclif and his followers an english translation of the bible. Better access to the bible and the recognition of the gap between the early church and the church in the early sixteenth century. Catholic church started the sale of indulgences - not aligned with the bible. Indulgences said that one could free themselves from purgatory and others. When it became discussed people realised the gap between the early church and the church of their time. But the 16thc church was highly powerful and rich. Started to condemn the church for being very powerful and wealthy. Martin luther (1483-1546) addressed the spiritual concern of ordinary believers.
