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- Protestantism is a branch of Christianity [a] that emphasizes justification of sinners through faith alone, the teaching that salvation comes by unmerited divine grace, the priesthood of all believers, and the Bible as the sole infallible source of authority for Christian faith and practice.
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May 5, 2024 · Protestantism, Christian religious movement that began in northern Europe in the early 16th century as a reaction to medieval Roman Catholic doctrines and practices. Along with Roman Catholicism and Eastern Orthodoxy, Protestantism became one of three major forces in Christianity.
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1 day ago · The five solae summarize the basic theological beliefs of mainstream Protestantism. Protestants follow the theological tenets of the Protestant Reformation, a movement that began in the 16th century with the goal of reforming the Catholic Church from perceived errors, abuses, and discrepancies.
May 15, 2024 · Both believe in the necessity of God's grace for salvation, and Jesus Christ’s role as Savior is central in both traditions. The most significant difference lies in the role of works. Protestants generally view works as a natural outcome of genuine faith, not as a contributor to one's salvation.
5 days ago · Protestants believe that the Bible is the inerrant and authoritative Word of God, and that it is the ultimate source of truth. Protestants also emphasize the importance of Bible study and encourage individuals to read and interpret scripture for themselves, with the guidance of the Holy Spirit.
May 14, 2024 · Catholicism: Catholics believe in the authority of the pope and the sacraments. They also believe in the intercession of saints and Mary, mother of Jesus. Protestantism: Protestants, on the other hand, reject the authority of the pope and emphasize individual interpretation of the Bible. They believe in justification by faith alone.
2 days ago · Many Protestants openly embrace views that were declared heretical in the first seven Ecumenical Councils, while several seem identical to Catholics in most everything. Here is a useful chart that shows some denominations’ beliefs compared to Catholicism.
6 days ago · Protestants are conditioned to fight for their beliefs, and if you look at any of the great confrontations of the last five centuries, you will find them defining the debate on both sides: for and against monarchy, colonialism, slavery, fascism, communism, temperance, and war.
