His successor, Julius III was asked by Charles V to quickly reopen the Council, which he did on 1 May 1551. Discussions centred on the Eucharist, penance, extreme unction and juridical questions, while at the same time anathematising the theses of Huldreich ZwingliThis Swiss reformer and humanist wanted a religion that was purged of all historical traditions, the cult of saints, images, statues, organs and other objects. Martin LutherHe was an Augustinian monk, ordained priest and reformer. In his ninety-five theses, he formulated some of the essential points of his future doctrine. At the Emperor's request, a number of Protestants were invited to take part in the debates. Representatives from Saxony arrived a little later, led by Elector Maurice of Saxony, but against all expectations, they suddenly attacked the Emperor's armies, forcing him to flee. The Council was dispersed and Charles V was forced to sign the Peace of Passau, which was unfavourable to Catholics.
Huldreich Zwingli Charles V Martin Luther
Towards : The Council of Thirty Sessions 17 -25 (18/01/1562 - 04/12/1552)
Iconographic sources : Huldreich Zwingli – Charles V – Martin Luther
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