Council Of Trent
The Council of Trent was a significant ecumenical council of the Roman Catholic Church held between 1545 and 1563. It aimed to address issues raised by the Protestant Reformation and to clarify Catholic doctrine. The council reaffirmed key beliefs, such as the importance of the seven sacraments and the authority of the Pope, while also implementing reforms to improve church practices.
The council produced a series of decrees and canons that guided the Catholic Church's response to Protestantism. It emphasized the necessity of both faith and good works for salvation, and it established a clearer distinction between Catholic and Protestant beliefs, shaping the future of Christianity in Europe.