6.5 Vocab

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Heresy

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A belief or opinion that goes against the official teachings of the Church.

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Recant

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To take back or withdraw a statement or belief, often under pressure from authorities.

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Simony

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The selling of Church offices or roles, a corrupt practice in the medieval Church.

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Nepotism

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Favoritism shown to relatives, especially in the Church or government.

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Indulgences

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A payment to the Catholic Church that promised to reduce punishment for sins, leading to criticism during the Reformation.

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Johann Tetzel

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A Catholic priest known for selling indulgences, which angered Martin Luther and helped spark the Reformation.

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Pious

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Deeply religious and devoted to faith.

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Western Schism

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A period (1378-1417) when multiple popes claimed authority over the Catholic Church, leading to confusion and division.

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John Wycliffe

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An English theologian who criticized Church corruption and translated the Bible into English.

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Jan Hus

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A Czech religious reformer who was burned at the stake for heresy, influencing later Protestant movements.