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The Church viewed heliocentric theories as a challenge to its authority and interpretation of scripture, which placed Earth at the center of the universe. The Enlightenment's focus on reason and scientific inquiry further undermined the Church's teachings, leading to a clash between traditional beliefs and emerging scientific knowledge. The rococo period's emphasis on freedom of thought and expression also contributed to the Church feeling threatened by these new ideas.

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