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Christian humanists believed that

a. if people read the classics, and especially the basic works of Christianity, they would become more pious.

b. by studying biology, one could assure one's salvation.

c. God did not intend man to know more than was written in the Bible.

d. society should return to simpler ways and not focus on gaining wealth and material possessions.

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a. if people read the classics, and especially the basic works of Christianity, they would become more pious.

Christian humanists (e.g., Erasmus) believed studying classical literature and the Church Fathers, together with Scripture, would deepen moral and spiritual reform.