Alien Knights

Chapter 397: Protestantism was established (below)

On March 17, 1174, the back auditorium of Muxi Cathedral, 7:30 in the morning.

Taking off the dress he usually wore, and rarely putting on the armor of the knight of the past, Huggins straightened his spine, walked to the door of the auditorium, and gently knocked on the door panel.

"Your Majesty, it's time."

Accompanied by the creaking of the door shaft, two guard knights pushed open the door from inside, and a group of monks in white robes filed out with scriptures.

Todd, wearing a moon-white robe, holding a scepter representing the identity of the patriarch, slowly walked out of the auditorium.

Looking at the peaceful king, Huggins himself became a little nervous: "Your Majesty, everything is prepared."

Todd nodded and walked to the main hall of the cathedral under the guard of guards.

From the beginning of construction to the completion of the first phase of the Muxi Cathedral, it took two and a half years.

Although only the main hall and two auxiliary towers have been completed here, those who have visited here agree that no matter whether it is architectural style or interior decoration, looking at the entire continent, there is no other church that can match it.

The smooth, mirror-like marble floor reflects the appearance of people; the magnificent religious murals seem to be immersive; the expensive and luxurious tables and chairs make people can't help but admire the wealth of Western City.

Thousands of people in the main hall of the cathedral stood up when the king of Muxicheng appeared on the side of the hall.

Among them are kings from afar, famous nobles, respected scholars and wealthy merchants.

When everyone looked at the man who was guarded by the knight, they were marveling at the young King of West Side, and they were also wondering what the so-called Protestant would look like?

Speaking of the two major denominations that lasted during the Tyrol period, the Heavenly Father Church and the Orthodox Church, the internal structures of the two are based on the monarchy, with many levels set up, with the Pope at the top.

Such a setting is conducive to the development of religion, but it passively concentrates power on one person, which easily breeds corruption and abuse of power.

Therefore, regarding the Protestant religion established by Muxicheng, most people who came to observe the ceremony have doubts in their hearts. Can the Muxicheng king, known as the Son, really promote the smooth progress of the religious reform?

Todd stood on the preaching platform with a towering cross in front of him. Following the pre-rehearsed process, he read the prayer aloud, and meticulously completed the prayer action.

The whole ceremony lasted for an hour and a half, and the umbrella cross, a symbol of Protestantism, rose from the top of the cathedral, and cheers like a tsunami came from outside the square. The audience present were all startled at this time, and the ceremony was over.

Handing the scepter and the holy honor to monk Joe, Todd stood at the table at the preaching platform and nodded towards the crowd in the church.

Realizing that he was about to deliver his ascendancy speech, everyone present immediately became energetic and pricked their ears.

"The Bible says that from the day a person is born, he bears sins. In the days before he is guilty, sins will continue to increase, and only piety and confession can be redeemed."

Todd paused for a moment, raised a piece of paper on the table, and said to everyone, "Does anyone know what this is?"

Everyone looked intently, and it was an atonement for the church of Heavenly Father.

"A piece of paper made of straw ash and wood pulp, with two sacred texts and a seal on it, has the effect of washing away all sins. In contrast, don’t you think that God has bestowed upon humanity? Original sin has turned into a complete joke?"

Todd put down the paper and continued: "Whether it is tithing or church tax, the clergy uses only a few words in the Bible to take out of context to receive money from believers. Isn't this the biggest sin?"

Todd's words made everyone unconsciously nod their heads in agreement. People were overjoyed but vaguely understood the profound meaning of the new pope.

Todd's next speech was more straightforward, and it was so straightforward that everyone was a bit at a loss.

"The so-called church is not a superior existence. Even without the guidance of clergy, only believers have God in their hearts, and they can communicate with the Supreme with a pious heart. In my opinion, what are the so-called popes, bishops, and priests? ? They are not God’s spokespersons, but should be the servants of believers."

When Todd said this, all four were shocked.

The role of the church is not to speak for God, but to serve believers. This theory may have been said, but it has never been spoken by the clergy.

Today, someone said this, and this person is actually the Pope of Protestantism.

"The farmer's job is to farm, and the knight's job is to defend honor. The clergy of the church are the same. Our goal is to let more believers get closer to God. This profession should not be utilitarian. And it shouldn’t be linked to money.” Todd raised the Bible in one hand and the cross on his chest in the other, and said forcefully: “The faith in God should be the most beautiful and purest thing in the world, any secular. Doping will only tarnish this sacredness."

Todd's remarks deeply moved everyone present. The monks in white robes crossed and sang hymns in unison, and the audience stood up and praised God's well-being.

Seeing the scene before him, Todd smiled and waited for people's emotions to calm down, and said: "As the Pope of Protestantism, for this sect, I hereby declare three major goals."

"First, Protestantism will not threaten or induce believers to pay money or goods in any way."

Facing the excited gaze of everyone, Todd added: “Protestantism will abolish all religious profit tools such as indulgences, tithes, church taxes, and only accept donations from believers.”

"Secondly, the Protestant Church will only recognize the Hebrew-written Bible, and the Protestant Church does not recognize the religious legitimacy of the newly added documents later in the history of the Bible."

Todd paused, and continued to explain: "The most important thing about this article is the "justification by faith" that we put forward before. We firmly believe that the church should be a service place for believers and a gathering place for faith. That group of lofty places that use believers to accumulate wealth. Protestantism will do everything it can to provide believers with help in their faith, instead of using religious power to suppress and control believers."

Todd's words made those kings present unbelievably widened their eyes. As long as they were not overly stupid, they could understand the meaning behind these words-the Protestant religion would respect and recognize the kingship.

"Third, the Holy Order of Protestantism will adopt a flat structure, and the power of affairs will be jointly managed by all believers."

This sentence made everyone present listen to it, and almost no one could understand what Todd's words meant.

In accordance with common sense, Todd began to explain: "The so-called flat structure is to minimize the number of church management. Let me make an analogy. The Heavenly Father Church, which regards Protestantism as its enemy, has the following holy ranks-Pope and Cardinal , Archbishops, bishops, priests, etc.... This kind of management of the Holy Orders will not only promote the struggle for power, but also nourish the production of corruption. Therefore, Protestantism will only have two classes in the management of affairs-priests and believers. UU Reading www.uukanshu.com"

"As long as you have joined the Protestant membership, you are believers. The believers in one area gather and conduct elections to select pastors who can represent the area. Pastors from various areas regularly come to the Protestant headquarters in Twilight City and adopt democratic decisions. Handle and determine related matters in the church."

Someone heard this and suddenly realized that there were some contradictions in Todd's speech.

A king sitting in the front row suddenly asked: "My Lord Pope, you just mentioned that there are only two classes of priests and believers in Protestantism. But how is your identity handled in the church?"

Todd said with a smile: "As the Protestant pope, I will only be the spiritual symbol of the sect. I will not interfere in any affairs, nor participate in any voting or decision-making..."

The monk Joe heard this, stepped forward in a panic, and whispered to Todd: "My Lord Pope, I have never heard you say this..."

Todd first glanced at Joe in a hurry, and then said to everyone: "Look at what Heavenly Father’s Church has done over the years. I don’t think that among them there are no believers who are committed to benevolence, but it’s just because of teaching. The absolute power of the Zong himself has caused absolute corruption. In the church, any power must be restricted and supervised, and the management by one person will one day lead the sect to destruction."

When everyone present heard this remark, they stood up and cheered.

Todd continued: “The sect council composed of pastors will have the power to manage the affairs of the church, to issue religious orders, to make decisions on rewards and punishments, and to organize believers; and the pope, as the spiritual symbol of the sect, is mainly responsible for foreign diplomacy and Internal ceremony."

After saying these words, Todd crossed and said loudly: "In the name of the Holy Frame of the Cross, the Protestant religion belongs to the highest in the name of the Father, and the Son, and the Holy Spirit, Amen."