Question

Which was the major result of the Reformation?
a. New Christian denominations emerged
b. Religious teachings were no longer allowed in the universities
c. The Crusades were organised
d. The Power of the pope was strengthened.

Answer 1

Hint:
- The Reformation formally began in 1517, when Martin Luther confronted the Roman Church on the issue of indulgences.
- While Luther had no idea of the effect it would have on German culture and the world, this incident changed the course of history.


Complete step by step solution:

What?

- The Reformation of the 16th century became, since the advent of Christianity, the largest phenomenon in history.
- It signals the culmination of the Middle Ages and the beginning of the new century.
- Starting from religion, it gave a strong impetus, directly or indirectly, to any forward movement, and made Protestantism the chief guiding force in the history of modern society.


Results-
1. The Reformation has had a significant influence on the current understanding of politics and law. Before the Reformation,
- the Church administered politics;
- she regulated emperors and kings and
- administered land rule.

2. In the field of science, contemporary scholars usually admit that there would never have been modern science if it had not been for the Reformation.
- Previously, all scientific investigations and efforts had been governed by the Church.
- Just by pure ignorance of history can many western scientists conclude that Protestantism, genuine biblical religion, is contrary to true knowledge.

3. The Reformation founded, once and for all, the right and duty of the individual conscience and the right to obey the dictates of that individual conscience.
- Many men who speak softly and glibly of "democracy" do not know or understand that they owe their liberty to this case.


Hence, the correct answer is option B.

Note:
Reasons-
Religious, economic and political forces that have been brewing for decades have set the stage for the Reformation.
- The papacy was corrupt;
- monasticism and scholastic theology had declined;
- mysticism was on the upswing;
- the Greek and Roman classics had been revived;
- men with a sense of curiosity and liberty had found a new world;
- the printing press had been created.