29. John Knox: Prisoner, Exile, Reformer (part 2)

When the forces of the Reformation siezed control of St.Andrews castle, they appointed John Knox to be the official preacher for the community. His ministry was cut short, however, when troops from France overwhelmed St. Andrews and took Knox himself prisoner. He was condemned to serve in a French galley, which usually was taken as a death sentence. Nineteen months later, however, he was released in a prisoner exchange and after recovering his health, became the court preacher in England under Edward VI. The ascension of Mary Tudor in 1553 cut short the progress of the English Reformation, and Knox escaped to the continent, to the city of Geneva, where he drank in the spirit of Calvin and the Reformation, leading to his famous comment that Geneva was the most Christian city on earth.

[@RyanHendrix-on7pf]

This series has been such a blessing to me in a time of trying to figure out my faith. Thank you so much Bruce!

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i like your videos i learn a lot from them

[@GoreBruce]

Justus Faidley Thanks!

[@Alanniven292]

new subscriber 😃 Ive been researching for info on the Archbishop of St Andrews . Thanks , I found your presentation's very informative and enjoyable to listen to. The story from John Knox regarding the argument between the two cardinals was hilarious , given how entitled they behaved , I too believe that story may be true 🤣

[@jackohara8969]

James V was never at the battle of Solway Moss, never mind dying at it. He died at Falkland palace a few days after the battle from a fever, or similar disease.

[@LuvBorderCollies]

Working through the video series. This one is my favorite so far. Really like the message at the end. Thank you for your work.

[@GoreBruce]

+LuvBorderCollies Thank you!

[@leedonaldson8914]

Brilliant stuff!!.. As a Scot, thank you for your insightful and well delivered talk.

[@GoreBruce]

I'm honored to hear from you!

[@gustavoabreu3097]

I've seen the 3 parts of the John Knox. Wow so exciting and the influencing the birth of American democracy is just the cherry on top!

[@karencarter8292]

'Democracy !!??

[@nobunaga6457]

Excellent work and presentation Sir, I'm scottish myslef living in Glasgow and just recently learned of this history, and in my own studies have come across the Scottish covenanters have you done any research or work on this section of Scottish history and do you plan to do a presentation ? would love to see it !

[@GoreBruce]

+Thunder Gatti Thanks for your feedback! You might enjoy the following on the story of Richard Cameron. kzbin.info/www/bejne/a17ZmnZ9l6mdoa8 Blessings!

[@kipgibbs8323]

Wonderful witness,John Knox

[@AaronMiller-rh7rj]

Wow! I hope so, for me.

[@joeiiiful]

Knox was right about many things, especially about women ruling. Women ruling over men is against the Scriptural model. Of course there are many who twist the Scriptures to assert otherwise.

[@rodneyjames2344]

The bible speaks out about women not having spiritual authority over men, not political authority.

[@bcmchozeh]

Scotland never could gain true independence from England. They deserved it but for sone strange reason they couldn't get it.

[@mvt28]

A great service you are doing. Very much appreciated.

[@GoreBruce]

+An Ngo I am grateful for your interest, my friend!

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I learn so much things in your videos, thanks.

[@GoreBruce]

Clara Garcia Gracias!

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Thx

[@sparklelight]

and they still intertwine... karma such as it's work accurate ...

[@oyindamolalawal2799]

Excuse me, did I hear correctly 14:36? Did Cardinals have mistresses then? What was Olgivy doing in Cardinal Beaton's room?

[@GoreBruce]

At that time, it was quite common for high Catholic officials to have mistresses. Ogilvy was the mistress of Cardinal Beaton. You should be able to imagine what she was doing.

[@oyindamolalawal2799]

@@GoreBruce I can only imagine. But Prof. Gore, what kind of messages would the Cardinal preach on the pulpit? How would the public evaluate his sermons? Or was there an unwritten rule in the clergy - "Do as I say not do as I do"?

[@oyindamolalawal2799]

@@GoreBruce Sorry to add another comment. I am simply wondering and thinking of how the people took religion. If it was common knowledge that 'holy men of God' indulged in such atrocities, would the congregation take religion seriously? If I know that my Pastor does the opposite of what he preaches, why should I attend his services? Or was the Church preaching diluted messages; yo-yo messages that eschewed righteousness, steadfastness, circumcision of the heart?

[@GoreBruce]

@@oyindamolalawal2799 At that time, the church had immense power. Part of what inspired the Reformation was the rampant corruption of the church, and its general disregard for the welfare for those under its care.

[@oyindamolalawal2799]

@@GoreBruce Now I see. Thanks Prof

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What's the music?

[@GoreBruce]

A Bach Recital (Simon Wynberg Guitar)

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@@GoreBruce thank you, I've found your lectures to be a revelation.god bless.