Question

Why did the Church see the heliocentric view of the solar system as a challenge to its authority?

Answer 1

Because the heliocentric model stated the Sun was at the center of the universe. The church believes since God made us, he also made Earth, and because he made Earth it HAD to be at the center of the universe. The heliocentric model basically said "God didn't make Earth because it ISN'T at the center of our universe, which meant God didn't make us, which ultimately meant God isn't real." This outraged the church.

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Answer 2

That helped soooo much, thank you! Do you think you can help me on a couple more questions?

Answer 3

I could try

Answer 4

Okay, ill post the question.

Answer 5

What is the Enlightenment philosophy of social contract?

the idea that society should submit to absolute monarchs

the idea that people surrender some individual freedoms in return for safety and security

the belief that government should not interfere in a nation's economy

the belief that society is generally cruel, selfish, and greedy by nature

Answer 6

C

Answer 7

Thank you so much!

Answer 8

No problem :)