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Despite being a Catholic, how did Maximilian II approach the Lutheran Imperial estates?
With hostility
With a view to overcome the denominational schism
Indifferent
With intent to convert them
Answer
Maximilian II took a conciliatory stance towards the Lutheran imperial estates in an effort to heal religious divisions within the empire. He pursued policies of religious tolerance, allowing Lutheran rulers to practice their faith freely and even allowing some Lutheran practices in his own court. Additionally, he sought to find common ground and compromise between Protestant and Catholic doctrines.
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