LibGuides: Religion: Reformation

Encyclopedias and databases

World Religions Online
World Religions explores religion and spirituality in an objective manner, from the ceremonies of the first practitioners to the elaborate rituals of today. Covers 15 world religions and traditional spiritual practices, including important topics, spiritual leaders, sacred texts, and holy days and festivals. Log in using the secret Kilbreda password and login. Ask a friend or staff member for help if you have forgotten them.

New Advent Portal - The Reformation
A more advanced / longer guide to the Reformation

Modern World History Database
World history from the mid-15th century to the present. Thousands of subject entries, biographies, images, videos and slideshows, maps and graphs, primary sources, and timelines combine to provide a detailed and comparative view of the people, places, events, and ideas that have defined modern world history.

Clickview
Thousands of excellent educational videos are available to view through Clickview. Just use your normal school email address and your usual school login.

Some of the programs include:

You can find these easily by typing in the word 'Reformation' in the search bar!

An Overview of the Reformation
The Reformation was a culmination of events and circumstances, both here and abroad, which led to a seismic shift in the religious framework of this country. So what exactly happened, and what lasting impact did the Reformation have?
Henry VIII and the reformation
Formerly organized as Church and Reformation, this clear, engaging, and interactive BBC section provides a nice introduction to the Protestant Reformation in England and offers some unique features. You can learn about Henry VIII's need for an heir that triggered the English Reformation and chart the legacy of Henry's split with Rome.
The History Learning Site includes the Reformation for RE
Do a search on the word 'Reformation' and you will be given links to good pages on the German, Catholic and Counter Reformation, the Popes and Martin Luther. Specifically good for Luther and the Anabaptists, Council of Trent. Recommended by a past Head of the RE department.

New Catholic Encyclopedia and Supplementary Volumes
This is a current and authoritative Encyclopedia with valuable resources for all RE assignments. It is recommended for Years 9 - 12.