Question

Why might Galileo write a letter defending himself at this time?
(1615; when he wrote "Galileo's Letter")

Answer 1

http://www.sparknotes.com/biography/galileo/section6.rhtml

Answer 2

In 1615, the Church had previously told Galileo to stop sharing his theory in public. Therefore, Galileo wrote a letter to defend himself in the face of those who criticized him and did not accept his theory about astrology.

Answer 3

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