6o4 Outlines of European History The principle which permitted the ruler to determine the religion of his government realm was more natural in those days than it would be in mrnetht'^" ^^^s. The Church and the civil government had been closely religion of its associated with one another for centuries. No one as vet subjects . , ■' dreamed that every individual might safely be left quite free to believe what he would and to practice any religious rites which afforded him help and comfort. QUESTIONS Section ioi. What were the sources of discontent with the Church in Germany ? What were the views of Erasmus in regard to church reform? Section 102. Tell something of Luther's life before he posted up his theses. What was an indulgence ? Give some of Luther's views expressed in his Ninety-five Theses. Contrast the opinions of Erasmus and Luther, Who wasUlrich von Hutten? Discuss Luther's Address to the Gennan Nobility. Why was Luther excommuni- cated } What was the fate of the papal bull directed against him . Section 103. Why did Charles V summon Luther afWorms? What did Luther say to the diet ? What were the chief provisions of the Edict of Wprms ? Section 104. Describe Luther's translation of the Bible. What was the state of public opinion in Germany after the diet at Worms ? What was Luther's attitude toward reform ? Why did the German peasants revolt.? What did the Twelve Articles contain.-^ What effect did the peasant war have on Luther } Section 105. What was the origin of the term " Protestant",? What was the Augsburg Confession ? What were the results of the diet of Augsburg ? What was the policy of Charles V in regard to the Protestants? What were the chief provisions of the Peace of Augsburg ?
