Which statement accurately
reflects the Catholic
Church's initial response to
the Scientific Revolution, as
evident in historical
documents?
Document Excerpt: "The
Church views these new
scientific ideas with
skepticism, as they
challenge established
beliefs and interpretations
of scripture."
(2 points)
The Church
immediately
condemned all
scientific
advancements,
considering them
heretical.
The Church played
a central role in
promoting and
funding scientific
research during this
period.
The Church
expressed
cautiousness and
skepticism towards
the Scientific
Revolution, fearing
potential conflicts
between science and religious doctrine.
The Church initially expressed cautiousness and skepticism towards the Scientific Revolution, fearing potential conflicts between science and religious doctrine.