SSC MTS EXAM

SSC

WORLD HISTORY

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The Council of Trent
A
reaffirmed traditional Catholic teachings in opposition to Protest beliefs
B
refers to the language of everyday speech in a particular region
C
said salvation was gained by having faith in God
D
brought peace to the religious wars of Europe
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The Council of Trent was the formal Roman Catholic reply to the doctrinal challenges of the Protestant Reformation . It served to define Catholic doctrine and made sweeping decrees on self-reform, helping to revitalize the Roman Catholic Church in the face of Protestant expansion.

Detailed explanation-2: -The final decisions of the council reaffirmed traditional Catholic teachings in opposition to Protestant beliefs. Scripture and tradition were affirmed as equal authorities in religious matters, and only the church could interpret scripture. Faith and good works were deemed necessary for salvation.

Detailed explanation-3: -In the 24 session, the council issued decrees on marriage which affirmed the excellence of celibacy, condemned concubinage, and made the validity of marriage dependent upon the wedding taking place before a priest and two witnesses.

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