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How many times did Thomas Cranmer recant his beliefs before his execution?

  • Several times

  • Once

  • Twice

  • Never

Answer

Thomas Cranmer made several recantations under pressure from Church authorities while imprisoned for over two years. However, on the day of his execution, he withdrew his recantations, dying as a martyr for the principles of the English Reformation.
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