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What was the name of the humanist school of thought Melanchthon advocated?

  • Stoicism

  • Epicureanism

  • Christian humanism

  • Scholasticism

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Christian humanism, advocated by Melanchthon, sought to reconcile classical learning and Christian faith. It valued the study of ancient Greek and Roman literature and philosophy, believing that these works contained moral truths that could enhance religious understanding. This approach aimed to create well-rounded individuals who possessed both intellectual knowledge and spiritual wisdom.
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