Presbyterianism

Historical eventMay 21559

Presbyterianism

Presbyterian clergyman John Knox returned from exile to lead the Scottish Reformation.

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When
Tuesday, May 2 1559467 years ago
Category
Historical eventA dated happening — a battle, treaty, launch, discovery, disaster or decision — recorded on this calendar day.
Era
16th century · 1550s
Calendar
Julian — as recorded at the time
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Dates: From 1559.

What happened

Presbyterian clergyman John Knox returned from exile to lead the Scottish Reformation.

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When did Presbyterianism happen?

May 2 1559 — 467 years ago, on a Tuesday.

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