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Henry VIII and the Pope at the Reformation
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Henry VIII and the Pope at the Reformation
The Pope suppressed by King Henry VIII -- a contemporary satire on Englands break with Rome, showing Henry sitting on his throne with the Pope under his feet
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1530s 1533 Allegiance Break Catholicism Change Courtiers Pope Protestant Protestantism Reformation Satire Satirical Suppressed Suppression Viii Upheaval
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This contemporary satirical print captures the historic moment of England's break with Rome during the reign of King Henry VIII. The image, created in the 1530s, depicts Henry VIII seated confidently on his throne, with the pope, represented as a small, submissive figure, lying at his feet. The suppression of the Roman Catholic Church in England and Henry's assertion of his supremacy over it were major upheavals in European Christianity during this period. Henry's decision to renounce his allegiance to the Pope and establish the Church of England was a result of a complex mix of political, personal, and religious factors. The king's desire for a divorce from Catherine of Aragon, his first wife, and the refusal of the Pope to grant the annulment, led Henry to question the authority of the Roman Church in England. This, in turn, sparked a wave of Protestantism and anti-Catholic sentiment in the country. The courtiers surrounding Henry in this print reflect the political intrigue and upheaval of the time. The pope's humiliation at Henry's feet symbolizes the king's assertion of his power and the beginning of the English Reformation. This satirical print offers a unique perspective on a pivotal moment in European history, providing insight into the complex interplay of religion, politics, and power during the reign of Henry VIII.
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