Biblical Scholarship And The Church A Sixteenth Century Crisis Of Authority
biblical scholarship16th century churchcrisis of authorityReformation theologyearly modern Christianity
During the 16th century, advancements in biblical scholarship profoundly challenged the established doctrines and authority of the Church, leading to a significant crisis of authority that shaped the Reformation era. This period saw intense debate as scholars re-examined sacred texts, forcing a re-evaluation of theological foundations and ecclesiastical power structures within early modern Christianity.