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Papal revival: Paul III; report into the state of the Church; the Roman Inquisition; Paul IV and Pius IV.
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The Catholic Reformation, 1531–1564
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Papal revival: Paul III; report into the state of the Church; the Roman Inquisition; Paul IV and Pius IV
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Which Pope initiated the Roman Inquisition in 1542?
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Paul III initiated the Roman Inquisition in 1542 as part of the Catholic Reformation efforts to combat heresy and reform the Church.
Key terms
- Papal Revival: The resurgence of papal authority and influence during the Catholic Reformation, particularly under Popes like Paul III.
- Counter-Reformation: The Catholic Church's response to the Protestant Reformation, aimed at reforming the Church and reaffirming Catholic doctrine.
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Confusing the Popes: Focus on the specific reforms and actions taken by each pope during the Catholic Reformation to avoid confusion.
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