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Puritanism

A movement within Protestantism characterized by a desire for greater purity in worship and morals, originally used as a derogatory term.

Thomas Stapleton

A Catholic who first used the term "Puritan" in 1565 in his work "A Fortress of the Faith."

The Godly

A term frequently used by Puritans to refer to themselves.

The Elect

A term used by Puritans to describe those chosen by God for salvation.

Anglican Church

The church established in England that retained some Catholic elements and was the context in which Puritanism emerged.

Clergy

Religious leaders who performed sacraments, preached sermons, and provided counsel.

Sacraments

Religious rites recognized in Protestantism, specifically baptism and communion, as opposed to the seven sacraments in Catholicism.

Separatists

A faction of Puritans who sought to completely separate from the Anglican Church due to their belief that it could not be reformed.

Presbyterianism

A religious movement from Scotland that rejected the episcopal system and advocated for the election of pastors.

Congregationalism

A movement that believed in stricter conditions for church membership, including the exclusion of infant baptism.

Protestant Reformation

A religious movement that began in the 16th century, leading to the establishment of various Protestant denominations, including Lutheranism and Calvinism.

Lutheranism

The first major branch of Protestantism, founded by Martin Luther, emphasizing salvation by faith and grace.

Calvinism

A branch of Protestantism that teaches the doctrine of double predestination, distinguishing between the Reprobates and the Elect.

Hot Protestants

A term used to describe Puritans due to their fervent religious practices and seriousness in faith.