How did John Calvin's ideas and beliefs further the development of individualism?

a. by acknowledging the Pope as head of the Church but urging significant reforms be made

b. by focusing on the role of good deeds that each believer must perform to earn their salvation

c. by affirming the crucial functions that priests serve by celebrating all the sacraments

d. by asserting people could learn the truth themselves by reading and interpreting the Bible

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Antonio

1 June, 13:30

How did John Calvin's ideas and beliefs further the development of individualism?

a. by acknowledging the Pope as head of the Church but urging significant reforms be made

b. by focusing on the role of good deeds that each believer must perform to earn their salvation

c. by affirming the crucial functions that priests serve by celebrating all the sacraments

d. by asserting people could learn the truth themselves by reading and interpreting the Bible

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The correct option is D.

Individualism refers to the habit of been independent and self reliant. John Calvin in his teaching was of the opinion that people can read and understand the bible by themselves without relying on other people to promote their understanding of the bible.