Religious rivalry

Definition

Conflict between religious groups over beliefs, authority and the spread of their faith.

Used by Edexcel

Paper 2

Religious rivalry also extended beyond England. The spread of Protestantism threatened the influence of Catholic rulers, while overseas expansion offered opportunities to spread each country’s religion. Religion and political power therefore reinforced one another.
Revise: Relations with Spain

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GCSE History · key term

Conflict between religious groups over beliefs, authority and the spread of their faith.

Used by Edexcel

Paper 2

Religious rivalry also extended beyond England. The spread of Protestantism threatened the influence of Catholic rulers, while overseas expansion offered opportunities to spread each country’s religion. Religion and political power therefore reinforced one another.
Revise: Relations with Spain

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