Heimler's History: Religious Schisms and Empires

The video explores the role of religion in the expansion and division of empires from 1450-1750. It covers the Protestant Reformation led by Martin Luther, which challenged the Catholic Church's authority, and the schism between Sunni and Shi'a Muslims, exemplified by the conflict between the Ottoman and Safavid Empires. The video concludes with Akbar's religious tolerance in the Mughal Empire, highlighting his inclusive policies towards different faiths.

What role did religion play in the expansion of land-based empires between 1450-1750?

• It was solely a unifying force.

• It had no significant impact.

• It was a key ingredient in their expansion.

• It only caused divisions.

What was one of the main reasons for the decline of the Roman Catholic Church's power during the transition from feudalism?

• The construction of new cathedrals.

• The rise of Protestantism.

• The inability to stop the Black Death.

• The translation of the Bible into Latin.

Who was the German monk that challenged the Catholic Church's practices and sparked the Protestant Reformation?

• Martin Luther

• John Calvin

• John Wycliffe

• John Knox

What was the Catholic Church's response to the Protestant Reformation?

• They converted to Protestantism.

• They ignored it.

• They launched the Catholic Counter Reformation.

• They accepted all Protestant ideas.

Which council was responsible for addressing the abuses within the Catholic Church during the Counter Reformation?

• Council of Nicaea

• Council of Trent

• Council of Chalcedon

• Council of Ephesus

What was the main religious difference between the Ottoman and Safavid Empires?

• Both were Sunni Muslims.

• Ottomans were Shi'a and Safavids were Sunni.

• Ottomans were Sunni and Safavids were Shi'a.

• Both were Shi'a Muslims.

What was a significant cause of conflict between the Ottoman and Safavid Empires?

• Economic competition.

• Both territorial and religious disputes.

• Territorial disputes only.

• Religious differences only.

Which Mughal ruler was known for his religious tolerance and support for various religions?

• Babur

• Akbar

• Shah Jahan

• Aurangzeb

What new religion emerged during Akbar's reign that blended elements of Islam and Hinduism?

• Jainism

• Buddhism

• Zoroastrianism

• Sikhism

How did Akbar demonstrate his openness to different religions?

• By building only Hindu temples.

• By converting to Christianity.

• By granting land to Hindus and Muslims.

• By banning all non-Islamic practices.