Protestant Reformation to Vatican Councils Study Guide

These flashcards cover key councils of the Protestant Reformation to the Vatican Councils, focusing on their dates and decisions.

Nicaea Council (325 AD)

Declared that Jesus is fully God.

Constantinople Council (381 AD)

Declared that the Holy Spirit is fully divine and equal with the Father and the Son.

Hippo Council (393 AD)

Established the Canon of Scripture.

Carthage Council (397 AD)

Affirmed the Canon of Scripture.

Ephesus Council (431 AD)

Defined Mary as rightly called Theotokos (Mother of God).

Chalcedon Council (451 AD)

Defined the Hypostatic union: Jesus is one person with two natures.

Nicaea II Council (787 AD)

Declared that the honor of religious images is permissible.

Council of Trent (1545-1563)

Reaffirmed the official books of the bible and confirmed all 7 sacraments.

Vatican I (1869-1870)

Defined the doctrine of papal infallibility and the nature of Sacraments.

Vatican II (1962-1965)

The most recent ecumenical council addressing modern church matters.