Middle class reformers of the early 19th century place emphasis on individual character because of the desire to separate themselves from the lower "working class." The middle class existed early in the century, but it was not until the creation of a national market economy that opened up opportunities for individual shopkeepers, professionals, and artisans to really have a chance to grow with the changing economy.
In the period from about 1520 Luther and some other reformers had the backing of some powerful secular leaders - unlike in the Middle Ages, when reformers were all seen as subversives.
corruption or graft
a new emphasis on acquiring goods.
In the middle ages, if an individual broke the law, they could be tortured and excommunicated.
During the middle ages church reformers felt like the church had become more of a business than a religious body. The idea of paying your way into heaven and the focus of material over spiritual things were some of the complaints.
Amasa
the middle class
middle-class men and women
There were no reformers. The Catholic church was in full control of the society.
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a new emphasis on acquiring goods.
In the period from about 1520 Luther and some other reformers had the backing of some powerful secular leaders - unlike in the Middle Ages, when reformers were all seen as subversives.
corruption or graft
In the word arousing, the middle syllable bears the emphasis: uh-rouz-ing
a new emphasis on acquiring goods.
a new emphasis on acquiring goods.