An Overview of the Reformation and Protestantism in Christianity

This article provides an overview of the origins, history, beliefs, and major denominations of Protestantism. The Protestant Reformation was a 16th-century movement that emerged in Europe as a response to persistent irregularities and corruption by certain responsible people in the Catholic Church. Key figures in the movement, such as Martin Luther and John Calvin, rejected some of the teachings and practices of the Catholic Church and sought to reform Christianity based on their interpretation of the Bible. The Protestant movement led to the establishment of various denominations, including Lutheranism, Calvinism, Anglicanism, Methodism, and many others. This article also discusses the major historical events that shaped Protestantism, including the Peace of Augsburg, the Council of Trent, and the Scottish Reformation. Finally, the article provides an overview of the core beliefs of Protestants, such as the primacy of scripture, justification by faith, and the priesthood of all believers.