The document summarizes key events and developments during the Late Middle Ages in Europe, including the Black Death plague pandemic from 1347-1350 that killed around half of Europe's population, weakening the feudal system. It also discusses the Avignon Papacy from 1309-1378 when the seat of the Catholic Church was moved to Avignon, France, leading to the Great Schism and calls for church reform through the Conciliar movement. Peasant revolts erupted across Europe in response to worsening economic conditions and taxation.
The Renaissance and Reformation
(1350-1600)
Spirit of the Renaissance
Arts and Literature of the
Renaissance
Changing Patterns of Life
Beginnings of the Protestant
Reformation
Further Challenges to the
Catholic Church
The Renaissance and Reformation
(1350-1600)
Spirit of the Renaissance
Arts and Literature of the
Renaissance
Changing Patterns of Life
Beginnings of the Protestant
Reformation
Further Challenges to the
Catholic Church
This is an extensive series of slides on Christian missions, beginning in the Bible and going to modern times. This section covers the later middle ages
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Exploring the Mindfulness Understanding Its Benefits.pptxMartaLoveguard
Slide 1: Title: Exploring the Mindfulness: Understanding Its Benefits
Slide 2: Introduction to Mindfulness
Mindfulness, defined as the conscious, non-judgmental observation of the present moment, has deep roots in Buddhist meditation practice but has gained significant popularity in the Western world in recent years. In today's society, filled with distractions and constant stimuli, mindfulness offers a valuable tool for regaining inner peace and reconnecting with our true selves. By cultivating mindfulness, we can develop a heightened awareness of our thoughts, feelings, and surroundings, leading to a greater sense of clarity and presence in our daily lives.
Slide 3: Benefits of Mindfulness for Mental Well-being
Practicing mindfulness can help reduce stress and anxiety levels, improving overall quality of life.
Mindfulness increases awareness of our emotions and teaches us to manage them better, leading to improved mood.
Regular mindfulness practice can improve our ability to concentrate and focus our attention on the present moment.
Slide 4: Benefits of Mindfulness for Physical Health
Research has shown that practicing mindfulness can contribute to lowering blood pressure, which is beneficial for heart health.
Regular meditation and mindfulness practice can strengthen the immune system, aiding the body in fighting infections.
Mindfulness may help reduce the risk of chronic diseases such as type 2 diabetes and obesity by reducing stress and improving overall lifestyle habits.
Slide 5: Impact of Mindfulness on Relationships
Mindfulness can help us better understand others and improve communication, leading to healthier relationships.
By focusing on the present moment and being fully attentive, mindfulness helps build stronger and more authentic connections with others.
Mindfulness teaches us how to be present for others in difficult times, leading to increased compassion and understanding.
Slide 6: Mindfulness Techniques and Practices
Focusing on the breath and mindful breathing can be a simple way to enter a state of mindfulness.
Body scan meditation involves focusing on different parts of the body, paying attention to any sensations and feelings.
Practicing mindful walking and eating involves consciously focusing on each step or bite, with full attention to sensory experiences.
Slide 7: Incorporating Mindfulness into Daily Life
You can practice mindfulness in everyday activities such as washing dishes or taking a walk in the park.
Adding mindfulness practice to daily routines can help increase awareness and presence.
Mindfulness helps us become more aware of our needs and better manage our time, leading to balance and harmony in life.
Slide 8: Summary: Embracing Mindfulness for Full Living
Mindfulness can bring numerous benefits for physical and mental health.
Regular mindfulness practice can help achieve a fuller and more satisfying life.
Mindfulness has the power to change our perspective and way of perceiving the world, leading to deeper se
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In Jude 17-23 Jude shifts from piling up examples of false teachers from the Old Testament to a series of practical exhortations that flow from apostolic instruction. He preserves for us what may well have been part of the apostolic catechism for the first generation of Christ-followers. In these instructions Jude exhorts the believer to deal with 3 different groups of people: scoffers who are "devoid of the Spirit", believers who have come under the influence of scoffers and believers who are so entrenched in false teaching that they need rescue and pose some real spiritual risk for the rescuer. In all of this Jude emphasizes Jesus' call to rescue straying sheep, leaving the 99 safely behind and pursuing the 1.
2 Peter 3: Because some scriptures are hard to understand and some will force them to say things God never intended, Peter warns us to take care.
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2. The Bubonic Plague “The Black Death” Named because of the color of skin of victim and buboes Spread throughout Europe from 1347-1350 Preempted by…
3. Great Famine “Seven lean years” (1315-1322) A lack of food due to an increase in storms Now thought to be a major climate change Also known as the Little Ice Age (LIA) As a result, people were more susceptible to diseases
4. Caused by bacteria called YersiniaPestis Carried in stomach of fleas which bit rats, who then transferred it to humans by biting them Can be transmitted Bubonic (flea is transmitter) Pneumonic, means?from human to human
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7. "Ring Around the Rosie" Ring around the rosey: Referring to ring that appear on the skin because of the plague. -Pocket full of posies: Poises are a strong smelling flower, so people filled their pockets with them to hide the smell that the plague gave off so people wouldn't know they had it. -Ashes, Ashes: Refers to people being burnt to ashes after they died because they couldn't be buried or the infection would spread. -We all fall down!: Referring to people dying. Could be an urban legend????????
8. Giovanni Boccaccio-1313-1375 Italian writer that described the course of the Black Death Pinpointed rats as the spread of the disease Preface of his book The Decameron Collection of small novels 7 women and 3 men fleeing from the plague to a villa told stories to pass the time
9. 1st Great Schism (1054) Schism means to split Split of the Christian world between east and west East is the Eastern Orthodox Church Led by Bishop of Constantinople (Patriarch) Spoke Greek West it the Catholic Church Led by Bishop of Rome (Pope) Spoke Latin Patriarch of Constantinople: Bartholomew Pope Benedict XVI
10. Great Schism (cont’d) Controversy followed over who was the real leader of the Christian world Pope Leo IX said that Rome was the only authority Petrine Theory: Theory that states that Peter received keys to church and became the first Bishop of Rome (Pope) Differences between Orthodox and Catholic Churches Philosophical Understanding Liturgical Usage Language Custom
14. Crusades (cont’d) “Successful failures” Christians did not accomplish their goal, but as a result trade is increased with the middle-east As a result of the Crusades, Feudalism is weakeneddue to lack of serfs because of the Plague
15. Pope Gregory IX and Inquisition Pope Gregory IXWanted to investigate heresy and correct errors within Catholic faith Thought it was “poisoning society spiritually” Causing people to stray from church Eliminated heresy by killing or excommunicating anyone who questioned Catholicism Doctrine Occurred in Spain, Rome, and throughout Western Europe
16. Avignon Papacy (1309-1378) When the seat of power in the Catholic Church was in Avignon, France(southeastern France) Claimed to be more important than Rome Papacy was under control of French Kings Originally moved because Pope Clement V was pressured by King Philip of France Wanted French Monarchy to have more influence on the Catholic church 7 popes held power while seated in Avignon
17. Avignon Papacy (cont’d) AKA: Babylonian Captivity 70 years Hebrews were held captive by Babylonians 1378- seat of power moved back to Rome 1378-1414: Second Great Schism (Papal) Confusion as to who was the real Pope; Pope in Rome? or Pope in Avignon? Cardinals didn’t like incumbent pope Urban VI They elected to new pope- Clement VII Council of Constance (1414-1418) Council created to end Papal Schism **both the Babylonian Captivity & Great Schism demonstrate the vulnerability of the papacy to the increasingly powerful monarchies!!!!
18. The Conciliar Movement Reform Movement in the Catholic Church following the Second Great Schism (Papal Schism) Emerged as response to Avignon Papacy Resulted in having two or three different Popes (antipopes) Gave Pope supreme power Conciliarists—Definition? Pg. 356…
19. 3 Reformers of Church Marsiglio of Padua (1275-1342) John Wyclif (1324-1384) Jan Huss (1369-1415)
20. Marsiglio de Padua:1275–1342 Italian Scholar Thought that Papacy’s power was dangerous to individual country’s government Church should be under state **focused on political & administrative issues Was excommunicated by Papacy
21. John Wyclif: 1330–1384 Started the political and religious movement of the mid-14th century Followers were called, Lollards(from a Dutch word for mumble) Mumbled prayers and songs wherever they went Believed that church should lead a simple life Such as the Apostles did in biblical times Scriptures alone should be standard **Focused on theological issues
22. Jan Huss: 1372–1415 Czech priest, philosopher turned reformer Key predecessor of Protestant Movement Had similar ideals as Wycliffe Criticized the Church's wealth & attached the issuing of indulgences Burned at the stake for crimes of heresy Examine a the manuscript illustration of his execution on page 357!
23. Peasant revolts Why? Jacquerie(zhah-kuh-ree)? Pp. 358 Uprising of the French peasantry, after the costs of the Hundred Years’ War fell disproportionately on the poor (nobles killed, their families were attacked). The upper class united to put down the revolt 1381-English peasant revolts? Revolt by Eng. Peasants in 1381 in response to changing economic conditions. Could this happen today with our current economic strife? View Map on pg. 360 on the 14th C. revolts
24. Lay Piety 14th & 15th Centuries—rise of laypeople due to the weakening of the Church during this time 1. confraternities: Voluntary lay groups organized by occupation, devotional preference, neighborhood or charitable activity