ultramontanism

Meanings

• noun

  A political and theological movement advocating for the supremacy of the Pope and the Roman Catholic Church over national governments.

  - "Ultramontanism emerged in the 16th century during the Counter-Reformation."
  - "The ultramontanist movement sought to centralize power within the Church and limit the authority of secular rulers."

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Variants

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ultramontane , ultramontanes , ultramontanism , ultramontanisms

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Etymology

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From the Latin ultra montanus, meaning 'beyond the mountains,' referring to the Pope being considered 'beyond' the secular world.

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Trivia

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1. Ultramontanism was most influential during the 16th and 17th centuries.

2. The term 'ultramontane' is still used to describe Catholics who hold conservative views on Church authority.

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1. Catholicism: Ultramontanism is a specific theological and political perspective within Catholicism.

2. Counter-Reformation: The period of Catholic revival following the Protestant Reformation, during which ultramontanism emerged as a significant movement.

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Culture

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Ultramontanism played a significant role in the history of the Roman Catholic Church, particularly during the Counter-Reformation. It was a response to the Protestant Reformation and the rise of nationalism.

How to Memorize "ultramontanism"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a Pope sitting on a throne, symbolizing the supremacy of the Church over secular governments.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the term with the Catholic Church and its historical role in European politics.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the acronym UPS (Ultra Papal Supremacy) to remember the meaning of ultramontanism.

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