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Who Came First, Catholic or Protestant?

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The Catholic Church came first.

The Protestant Reformation, which led to the emergence of Protestantism, began in the 16th century. This movement was a response to perceived corruption and doctrinal errors within the Catholic Church.

Key Differences:

  • Catholicism is a branch of Christianity that traces its origins back to the early Church, with the Pope in Rome as its head.
  • Protestantism is a collective term for various Christian denominations that emerged from the Reformation, rejecting the authority of the Pope and emphasizing the Bible as the sole source of religious authority.

Historical Timeline:

  • Early Church: Christianity emerged in the 1st century AD. The early Church gradually developed into the Catholic Church.
  • 16th Century: The Protestant Reformation began, led by figures like Martin Luther and John Calvin.
  • Present Day: Both Catholicism and Protestantism continue to be major branches of Christianity, with diverse denominations within each.

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