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Did the Reformation Ruin Everything? with Michael Lynch

That’ll Preach

CHAPTER

The Interplay of Theology and Politics in the Reformation

This chapter explores the theological and political dimensions that shaped the Reformation, highlighting its role in forming Protestant identity. It examines the influence of magistrates and the challenges posed to papal authority, illustrating how local governance and socio-economic concerns drove the movement. Additionally, it discusses the complex relationship between the church and state through the lens of two kingdoms theology, shedding light on the varied interpretations of authority in both Protestant and Roman Catholic thought.

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