HISTORY
THE RENAISSANCE AND REFORMATION
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Question
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Which of these events influenced the changing role of religion during the Renaissance?
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the humanist movement
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the removal of the pope
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the burning of bibles
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the invention of movable type
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Martin Luther’s humanist education led him to read more of the original works of the scripture which also led him to question many of the Church’s actions. Humanism brought faith down to man and did not keep it out of reach of him and only in the hands of the Church. Religion became personal again.
Detailed explanation-2: -The civilisations of ancient Greece and Rome were rediscovered, inspiring an interest in Classical learning which challenged medieval beliefs and ideas. The population was becoming wealthier which led to an increase in trade and travel and the spread of new ideas.
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