The Thirty-nine Articles of the Church of England
At a glance:
- Series: Chronology of European History
- Categories: Religion, Ethics, Royalty, Rulers, Nobility
- Subcategories: Reformation, Christianity, Christians, Churches, Protestantism, Protestants
- Curriculum: British History, Renaissance History
- Geographical Location: London
- Date: January, 1563
Article abstract: The Thirty-nine Articles of the Church of England mark the permanent reestablishment of Protestant institutions in England by Elizabeth I and her religious advisers.
Summary of Event
Elizabeth I became queen of England on November 17, 1558, upon the death of her half sister, Mary. Despite the fact that both women had been declared illegitimate during the lifetime of their father, Henry VIII, there was little opposition to Elizabeth’s succession. She was the logical candidate, and there was no other real claimant except her Roman...
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