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Trentkirkolliskokouksella refers to the Council of Trent, a significant ecumenical council of the Catholic Church. It was held in the town of Trent, in what is now northern Italy, between 1545 and 1563. The council was convened in response to the Protestant Reformation, aiming to clarify Catholic doctrine and address perceived abuses within the Church.

The Council of Trent met in three distinct sessions over this period, with interruptions. Key decisions made during the council included the reaffirmation of the importance of tradition alongside scripture as a source of religious truth, the clarification of the sacraments, and the condemnation of Protestant doctrines such as justification by faith alone. It also addressed the authority of the Pope and the structure of the Church hierarchy.

Beyond doctrinal matters, the council implemented reforms concerning the education of priests, the behavior of clergy, and the administration of Church property. These reforms aimed to strengthen the Catholic Church and restore its moral authority. The decrees of the Council of Trent had a profound and lasting impact, shaping Catholic theology and practice for centuries and contributing to the Counter-Reformation. Its pronouncements remain central to Catholic teaching today.