Henry's Great Matter

Henry's Great Matter refers to King Henry VIII of England’s struggle to annul his marriage to Catherine of Aragon. The Pope refused to grant the annulment, causing Henry to seek ways to divorce her and remarry. This conflict led to significant religious and political upheaval, including England breaking from the Catholic Church and establishing the Church of England, with the king as its head. The "Great Matter" highlights the personal, religious, and political complexities involved in Henry’s attempt to change his marriage, shaping England’s religious landscape for centuries.