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Rationalism used a more subtle approach to ideas about morality and ethics. Puritanism implemented strict Codes of Conduct that adhered more to religious ideologies.

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What are the differences between Puritanism and Rationalism?

The Puritans believed God was actively involved in his creations lives and in complete control and the Rationalist believed God created earth and then retreated and let his creation control themselves as if they were their own devices.


How did the halfway covenant affect puritanism?

The Halfway Covenant allowed partial church membership to those who had not experienced a conversion but were baptized as infants. This led to a watering down of Puritan religious standards and a decline in the influence of Puritanism in New England. It also sparked debates within the Puritan community about the requirements for church membership and religious commitment.


What is the approach that especially makes use of reason to find answers to religious questions?

The approach that especially makes use of reason to find answers to religious questions is known as rationalism. Rationalism emphasizes the importance of logic, critical thinking, and evidence in evaluating religious beliefs and doctrines. It seeks to reconcile faith with reason through a rational analysis of religious texts and concepts.


Father of modern rationalism?

René Descartes is often considered the father of modern rationalism. He was a prominent French philosopher, mathematician, and scientist whose work laid the foundation for much of modern philosophy, particularly in terms of the relationship between reason and knowledge. Descartes is famous for his method of doubting everything to arrive at certain knowledge ("Cogito, ergo sum"), which had a lasting influence on the development of modern thought.


What led to the decline of the Puritan religion in New England?

The English theologian, John Owen, wrote a book, "A New Testament Church." It changed the nature of the main religion in New England from Presbyterianism to Congregationalism. Presbyterian Churches are governed by boards meeting in secret. Although they have boards, in Congregational Churches congregations meeting in the open have more power. With the inability to rule in secret, Puritanism lost power. The same thing happened in the government in New England. Town meetings replaced secret councils. Trials became open and people gained the right to confront witnesses.

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What does puritanism and rationalism have in common?

They both have the belief that God created the Universe.


How did rationalism diiferent from puritanism and what effect did rationalism have on the new American political system?

A formal definition of 'puritanism' is covering 'puritan' behavior Fact is that at start of The New World practically all protestants in America had 'puritan views. Resulting in butchering Red Indians as 'barbarians' and in 'slavery'. The protestants flying to The New World generally were not wanted in Europe and looking for a 'promised land' 'Rationalism' as logic can not be compared to 'puritanism', but 'rationalism' was a perfect tool to expres 'puritanism'. American society became increasingly 'rational' (the law is reason without emotion) After World War II american 'rationalism' was exported to Europe via Marshall Help Resulting in most of the present 'power driven' political parties


What are the differences between Puritanism and Rationalism?

The Puritans believed God was actively involved in his creations lives and in complete control and the Rationalist believed God created earth and then retreated and let his creation control themselves as if they were their own devices.


Is it possible to reconcile rationalism and empiricism?

No because they both differ in their own reasoning


Who developed rationalism?

Rene Descartes was the father of rationalism.


Appeals to logos were common in colonial era rhetoric because so many people believed in .?

Rationalism


How did puritanism differ from other religions in the 17th century?

Regarding Islamic Puritans check out "The Great Theft: Wrestling Islam from the extremists" by Khaled Abou EL Fadl.


Is the idea that reason is the main source of knowledge at the core of rationalism?

rationalism


Was Socrates for or against rationalism?

Socrates was thought to be a strong proponent of rationalism.


How is rationalism art created?

Rationalism art is created by problems. Rationalism art is made in efforts to "solve problems" or to provide ideas to solve problems.


Examples of rationalism?

Rationalism is the act of using rationality in solving problems or thinking about an issue. For example, Richard Dawkins is known for using rationalism when thinking about religion.


What role can rationalism plus in acquiring knowledge?

what role can rationalism plus in acquiring knowledge