Was Katharine Parr imprisoned by Henry VIII?
Almost, but her quick wit and instinct for survival saved her. Religious conservatives at Henry’s court attempted to persuade the king his wife was a heretic. After being lectured one too many times on religious matters by Katharine, Henry was inclined to agree. Katharine was warned of the plot and, without letting on to the king, told him she was grateful to talk about such matters with him so he could guide her in the correct direction. His ego soothed, the king again favored her. When guards came to arrest Katharine, Henry personally berated them and protected her.
