Historical Events tagged with "dissenters"
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Act of Toleration for Dissenting Protestants
The Act of Toleration was enacted by the English Parliament, allowing dissenting Protestants freedom of worship while excluding Roman Catholics. This significant legislative measure was a key step towards greater religious pluralism in England, aimed at quelling religious strife following the Glorious Revolution. It marked a shift in the government's stance towards nonconformist religious practices.
Continue ReadingCharles II Grants Limited Religious Freedom
King Charles II of England issued the Royal Declaration of Indulgence in March 1672, which aimed to provide limited religious freedom to all Christians. This declaration was part of Charles's broader strategy to appease dissenting religious groups such as Catholics and Nonconformists during a period marked by religious tensions. It allowed these groups to worship freely, which was a significant shift from the previous repressive policies. However, the declaration faced opposition and was later revoked, leading to continued struggles for religious tolerance in England.
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