I am not a Christian myself, but I see that some of you are mistaking Protestants for being highnosed killjoys or whatever (maybe some of them are, but...). The truth is, being a protestant does not mean you're being a goodie-little-two-shoes. The difference between Catholics and Protestants is that Protestants aren't as 'faithful'. For example, they reject Papal authority. They also have priestesses and allow priests to marriage.
Basically the whole Protestant concept is that all you need to do is believe in and be faithful to god. It is then that your sins will be forgiven. Back in the 16th century, the Church sold indulgences, claiming that if you bought them, god will forgive you. Luther didn't think this was right. He thought that the Church was manipulating the people so that they could raise money for the St. Peter's Cathedral in Rome! And so he protested against the church authorities, claiming that you didn't need these indulgences. Nor did you have to attend regular masses, do pilgrimage or worship holy relics. "In a way everyone is their own temple." was his quote.
Luther's argument caused an uproar in society. The people were already sick of paying the church taxes, so they too revolted. The Reformation followed, although originally, Martin Luther never intended a revolution...
As I have learned from Urban Dictionary, the conflict between Catholics and Protestants still goes on to this very day. I hope this has opened some of your eyes and that in near future there will finally be peace between Catholics and Protestants.
If you don't think I am right about this, just google Martin Luther or next time, pay attention in history.
PS: I do understand that there are some Protestants that do wrong against Jews/Gays or anyone who is different. I find this extremely disturbing; it is not right. But then there are also catholic people like that. You find them everywhere, ...trust me.
Basically the whole Protestant concept is that all you need to do is believe in and be faithful to god. It is then that your sins will be forgiven. Back in the 16th century, the Church sold indulgences, claiming that if you bought them, god will forgive you. Luther didn't think this was right. He thought that the Church was manipulating the people so that they could raise money for the St. Peter's Cathedral in Rome! And so he protested against the church authorities, claiming that you didn't need these indulgences. Nor did you have to attend regular masses, do pilgrimage or worship holy relics. "In a way everyone is their own temple." was his quote.
Luther's argument caused an uproar in society. The people were already sick of paying the church taxes, so they too revolted. The Reformation followed, although originally, Martin Luther never intended a revolution...
As I have learned from Urban Dictionary, the conflict between Catholics and Protestants still goes on to this very day. I hope this has opened some of your eyes and that in near future there will finally be peace between Catholics and Protestants.
If you don't think I am right about this, just google Martin Luther or next time, pay attention in history.
PS: I do understand that there are some Protestants that do wrong against Jews/Gays or anyone who is different. I find this extremely disturbing; it is not right. But then there are also catholic people like that. You find them everywhere, ...trust me.
Protestant: You Christians suck I hate you! Kill all the gays blablabla
TRUE Protestant: I believe in god, I rawk ;D
TRUE Protestant: I believe in god, I rawk ;D
by wootz May 10, 2006
Get the protestant mug.A form of Christianity, started in the 16th century. It slightly differs from Catholicism, most notably there is less emphasis on clergy. However, Catholics and Protestants:
-Both worship the same God.
-Both worship Jesus.
-Both read the Bible.
-Both attend church on Sundays, as opposed to other religious buildings. (i. e. Mosques)
-The majority of Protestants are not violently anti-Catholic, and the majority of Catholics are not violently anti-Protestant. They just disagree on SOME issues.
-Both do not hate Jews/Muslims/etc. There are both Protestants and Catholics that do, but the majority don't, considering the Bible verses that oppose discrimination.
-Both worship the same God.
-Both worship Jesus.
-Both read the Bible.
-Both attend church on Sundays, as opposed to other religious buildings. (i. e. Mosques)
-The majority of Protestants are not violently anti-Catholic, and the majority of Catholics are not violently anti-Protestant. They just disagree on SOME issues.
-Both do not hate Jews/Muslims/etc. There are both Protestants and Catholics that do, but the majority don't, considering the Bible verses that oppose discrimination.
Here on Urban Dictionary, the average definition of Protestant is:
"OMFG thay hat catchlics so fcuking msuh.I HATE CHRISTIANS!!1!1!1111,. ROFLZ. o and hitler is my herO!1"
To all of you retarded "rebel" preteens that wrote/write/plan to write anti-Protestant definitions, grow up and open your eyes; Protestants and Catholics are very similar. Fighting over "what true Christianity is" is immature and discriminatory.
I follow Lutheranism; a form of Protestant Christianity.
"OMFG thay hat catchlics so fcuking msuh.I HATE CHRISTIANS!!1!1!1111,. ROFLZ. o and hitler is my herO!1"
To all of you retarded "rebel" preteens that wrote/write/plan to write anti-Protestant definitions, grow up and open your eyes; Protestants and Catholics are very similar. Fighting over "what true Christianity is" is immature and discriminatory.
I follow Lutheranism; a form of Protestant Christianity.
by Anonym ous February 26, 2007
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by sucifer February 5, 2010
Get the Protestant Water Fountain mug.Member of the religion that broke off from the catholic church many years ago. Basically vandalized the Bible adding and deleting writings as they please. Despise the Catholic Church and it's teachings of saints. Have been known to think they are better than anybody who isn't like them or a member of their church. beleive the catholics are going to hell along with the jews, orthodox, african americans, and homosexuals. They have criticized the Virgin Mary. They try to humiliate the Catholics as much as possible but usually end up getting hated by everyone even more. Beleive saints cannot hear prayer even though the ORIGINAL BIBLE says they can. The Protestants deleted almost anything relating to prayer to saints in the bible. Not all Protestants are bad but many of them have been accused of this stuff.
"My wife is a protestant so she refuses to attend mass with me and refuses to let the kids come with."
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1. 16th century religious adhereing bitches, also known as heretics, bible thumpers, fundementalists.
2. A split off of Catholicism, which disregards Catholic teaching that was used before the bible was compiled togethar at the Synod of Hippo in 393 AD. The Catholics realize you don't just throw out 200+ years of teaching taught by Christ and the Early Church fathers now that you have a book, so that is why their religion is much more sensible and intelligent.
1. 16th century religious adhereing bitches, also known as heretics, bible thumpers, fundementalists.
2. A split off of Catholicism, which disregards Catholic teaching that was used before the bible was compiled togethar at the Synod of Hippo in 393 AD. The Catholics realize you don't just throw out 200+ years of teaching taught by Christ and the Early Church fathers now that you have a book, so that is why their religion is much more sensible and intelligent.
Protestant Usually associated with the KKK and the Masons, known for hating Jews, Gays, Catholics, Orthodoxes, and anyone else who is not a member of their church.
by Jo Jo November 28, 2004
Get the Protestant mug.A Christian belonging to a Christian Church that is not Catholic or Orthodox. The main beleifs of Protestants is the same as other Christians. The details and practices are where the main diferences are. They don't usually practice the Eucharist at every service. They don't generally emulate all or any saints and Mary. Female and married priest are allowed. This brach of Christianity stems mainly from reformists like Martin Luther who had issues with the faults of the Catholic Church at his time.
The average Protestant is a good Christian and person overall. There is a few radicals who portray a negative stereotype. This image is the Homophobic, racist bigot who hates eveyone not like him. Many organzations like the KKK and other white supremisist groups have used the protestant religeon to spew their anit- jew, minority, catholic hatred to innocent people.
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