Who were the Puritans?
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The question is asking about the Puritans, a religious group that emerged in the late 16th century in England. They sought to purify the Church of England from practices that they viewed as corrupt. This question would typically lead to a discussion about their beliefs, history, and impact on society.
Answer
Puritans were 16th-17th century English Protestants seeking to reform the Church of England from Catholic practices.
The Puritans were English Protestants in the 16th and 17th centuries who believed that the Church of England's reforms did not go far enough. They aimed to purify the church of what they saw as Catholic practices and sought a more personal and direct relationship with God.
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The Puritans were English Protestants in the 16th and 17th centuries who believed that the Church of England's reforms did not go far enough. They aimed to purify the church of what they saw as Catholic practices and sought a more personal and direct relationship with God.
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The Puritan movement was influential in settling many of the original English colonies in America, especially in New England. They emphasized personal piety, educational and moral reform, and were known for their strict adherence to their interpretation of the Bible.
Sources
- The Puritans - Definition, England & Beliefs | HISTORY - history.com
- Puritans - Wikipedia - en.wikipedia.org
- God In America: People: The Puritans - PBS - pbs.org
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