Radical Reformation

The Protestant Reformations spawned differing groups who took the ideals of leaders such as Martin Luther, John Calvin and Ulrich Zwingli one step further, known as 'radical reformers'. Who were these groups? What were their characteristics? How radical were they? Below is a quote from Martin Luther, explaining how why he felt negatively about radicals: 

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    What caused the radical reformation? 

    The Protestant Reformations spawned differing groups who took the ideals of leaders such as Martin Luther, John Calvin and Ulrich Zwingli one step further, known as 'radical reformers'.

    Were radical reformers violent? 

    Yes, there were many instances of violence. The most notable of these was in the German Peasants' War. 

    What ideas did radical reformers support? 

    It varied depending on the group. The one thing they all agreed on, however was the Five Solas.  

    When did the radical reformation begin? 

    It began after the posting of the 95 Theses' by Martin Luther in 1517. 

    What were the characteristics of the radical reformation? 

    Repression and percecution. They were demeaned and hunted by other religious groups. 

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    Which one of these was not a 1500s reformation leader?

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