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Why did the missionaries come to north?
North America was not populated by 'Missionaries' - the job of a missionary is to convert people who do not believe into believers. The early colonists of North America were not so much missionaries as religious refugees, fleeing to America so that they could set up communities free to worship as they wished/believed. This migration happened because of the religious oppression that was occurring in many part of Europe at the time.
Why catholism is a minority religion in north America?
One reason might be that many minorities left Europe, to flee from religious oppression.
Why did the missionaries come to north amercia?
North America was not populated by 'Missionaries' - the job of a missionary is to convert people who do not believe into believers. The early colonists of North America were not so much missionaries as religious refugees, fleeing to America so that they could set up communities free to worship as they wished/believed. This migration happened because of the religious oppression that was occurring in many part of Europe at the time.
Why did Germans emigrate?
Germans began to immigrate to the American colonies in the 1670s for religious freedom and the availability of land. They were being forced out of Europe because of land shortages and religious oppression.
Are most US citizens Catholics?
No, The United States is mainly Christian and the largest group is the Catholic Church, but as far as total population, it is not the largest belief in the US. The original thirteen colonies were mostly founded by protestants and Deists fleeing oppression in Europe, either from Catholics or Anglicans.
Why did immigrants bring a Bible?
Because the Pilgrim fathers were fleeing religous persecution in Europe.
Why did the pilgrims and puritans came to new England?
The pilgrims mainly settled in New England because they wanted religious freedom. The majority of the first pilgrims were either Puritans (wanted to purify Anglican church) or Separatists (wanted to separate from Anglican church). It is also important to realize that they wanted religious freedom for themselves, not other religious congregations.
Georgia was originally established as a refuge for?
"poor and deserving" - see here: http://www.netstate.com/states/intro/ga_intro.htm
What religious divide Europe?
catholic :)
What role did Pope John Paul II play in ending the cold war?
He promoted religious freedom and supported anticommunist movements in Europe.
Why did Europe immigrants move to Canada?
Just like the Americans, to free themselves of oppression from France and England
What movement caused both religious diversity and religious persecution in Europe?
The Reformation
