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Catholicism

Protestantism. Catholicism. Hierarchical organization Pope final authority on all matters Clergy considered above others; had special spiritual powers from God Clergy had the “power” to provide or withhold salvation Salvation based on good works 7 holy sacraments; administered by clergy

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Catholicism

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  1. Protestantism Catholicism • Hierarchical organization • Pope final authority on all matters • Clergy considered above others; had special spiritual powers from God • Clergy had the “power” to provide or withhold salvation • Salvation based on good works • 7 holy sacraments; administered by clergy • Elaborate ceremonies & churches; rituals; saints • Bible read in Latin; only available to clergy who interpreted it for the masses • Church had governmental type powers and authority • All members equal • Bible final authority • Priesthood of all believers (no special powers) • Individuals in charge of their salvation (Calvinism – Elect) • Salvation based on faith through grace • 2 sacraments – baptism/communion; administered by any believer • Simple church; very few rituals; no saints • Vernacular Bible – all were encouraged to read religious scripture (increased literacy rates) • Church was usually separate from gov’t; little political authority

  2. Protestantism Catholicism • Monastic life; Benedictine Rule; clergy could not marry • Church provided help, care and assistance to poor, orphans and needy • No religious toleration; conformity to doctrine very important; Inquisition • Clergy became more worldly during the High Middle Ages and Renaissance; simony • No monasticism; clergy could marry but • Same, but not always as effective because of lack of church gov’t • No religious toleration; conformity to doctrine very important • Strict lifestyle (esp. Calvinism)

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