Civil Constitution of the Clergy

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What were the National Assemblys aims?
Eliminate corruption within the church and limit its political powers
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What happened on March 4th 1790?
Limited number of dioceses from 130 to 83
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When was the Constitution passed?
12th July 1790
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When was the oath passed?
27th November 1790
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What did the oath mean for clergy?
Many denied it as it stated to swear allegiance to National Assembly rather than God
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How much of Frances land was originally under Churchs control?
7%
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How many bishops actuially took the oath?
7
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What happned the following year on 10th March?
Vatican rejected the oath and the constituion
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Limited number of dioceses from 130 to 83

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What happened on March 4th 1790?

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12th July 1790

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27th November 1790

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Many denied it as it stated to swear allegiance to National Assembly rather than God

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