from A Catholic Dictionary, edited by Donald Attwater, Second edition, revised 1957
The Council of Trent
The 19th ecumenical council held at Trent in the Austrian Tyrol, 1545-63, summoned for the purpose of combating Protestantism and reforming the discipline of the Church; the longest and one of the most important of all general councils. It dealt in detail with the doctrinal innovations of the Reformers and with those gross abuses which gave them an opportunity to take root. It was one of the most important events of modern history and has had lasting effect. The principal dogmatic decisions were: the confirmation of the Nicene creed; the authenticity of the Latin Vulgate and the canonicity of all books contained therein and of them only; the definition of the doctrine of Original Sin; the precision of the doctrine of Justification, condemning justification by faith alone and imputation of grace; the condemnation of thirty errors about the sacraments; the definition of the Real Presence and of Transubstantiation as its mode: the precision of the doctrine of the sacraments of penance and Extreme Unction; the declaration that holy communion in both kinds was not necessary for lay-people and clerics not celebrating, Christ being received whole and entire under either species; the precision of doctrine concerning the sacrifice of the Mass and the sacraments of holy Orders and Matrimony; the affirmation of the doctrines of Purgatory, of the invocation of saints, and the veneration of them, their relics and images, and of Indulgences. Far-reaching decrees of reformation in discipline and morals were adopted involving many alterations in canon law, e.g. the decree Tametsi.
The first three words that pop into my mind are Holy Ecumenical Council. If that is not what you're looking for, let me know and I'll try again!
How about "definitive determination of doctrines" which is actually four if you count the preposition, the entire sentence would continue "of the Church against the protestants."
It did not change. The traditional Catholic teaching was reaffirmed at the Council of Trent.
The Council of Trent was established by the Catholic Church in the 16th century to address the Protestant Reformation. It reaffirmed traditional Catholic teachings, established guidelines for Church reform, and standardized liturgical practices.
The Council of Trent condemned the teachings of Martin Luther and the Protestant Reformation, declaring them as heretical. It reaffirmed traditional Catholic beliefs and practices, emphasizing the authority of the church and the importance of good works for salvation.
The Council of Trent reaffirmed traditional Catholic teachings in response to Protestant Reformation challenges. It also issued decrees addressing issues of corruption and discipline among clergy, and standardized the Mass and sacraments to promote unity within the Catholic Church.
Council of Trent
The Council of Trent reaffirmed many Catholic doctrines questioned by the Protestant Reformation, such as the authority of tradition alongside scripture for religious truth. It clarified and strengthened church teachings on sacraments, morality, and the role of clergy. The Council also initiated reforms within the Catholic Church to address issues of corruption and discipline.
The Council of Trent reaffirmed traditional Catholic doctrines in response to Protestant Reformation challenges. It addressed issues of corruption and misconduct within the church by implementing standards of discipline for clergy. It established seminaries for the training of priests to ensure a more knowledgeable and competent clergy. It standardized liturgical practices and reaffirmed the authority of the Pope as head of the Catholic Church.
Yes, the Counter Reformation and the Council of Trent were major efforts by the Catholic Church to respond to the Protestant Reformation. They reaffirmed core Catholic beliefs, clarified doctrine, and established new practices to combat Protestant teachings. This led to a revitalization of the Catholic Church and solidified its position in Europe.
The Council of Trent was the most significant event of the Counter-Reformation. It reaffirmed Catholic doctrines and practices, addressed corruption in the Church, and reformed the clergy. This council had a lasting impact on the Catholic Church and its response to the Protestant Reformation.
The Council of Trent addressed corruption and abuses within the Catholic Church, reaffirmed key doctrines of Catholicism, such as Transubstantiation and the celebration of Mass in Latin, and established the authority of the Pope and the Church hierarchy.
The Council of Trent was held to address the Protestant Reformation and to reform and clarify the teachings and practices of the Catholic Church. It aimed to define Catholic doctrine, address abuses within the Church, and assert the authority of the Pope.
The Council of Trent was a response by the Catholic Church to the Protestant Reformation. It clarified and reaffirmed Catholic teachings, addressed abuses within the church, initiated reforms, and defined aspects of Catholic doctrine. The Council took place in the mid-16th century and had a lasting impact on the development of Catholicism.