The excerpt from Marco Polo's writings supports the argument that there was a recognition of and respect for multiple religious figures and traditions during the thirteenth century. It highlights Polo's acknowledgment of various prominent prophets revered by different faiths, suggesting a pluralistic view of religion and spirituality. This implies that during his travels in the Yuan dynasty, there was an exposure to diverse cultures and beliefs, and a recognition of the coexistence of multiple religious practices. Therefore, the historical argument best supported by this excerpt is the idea of religious pluralism and intercultural respect in the historical context of Polo's travels.
"There are prophets who are worshipped and to whom everybody does reverence. The Christians say their god was Jesus Christ, the Saracens, Mohammed, the Jews, Moses; and the idolaters Sakamuni Borhan [that is, Sakiamuni Buddha, who was the first god to the idolaters], and I do honor and reverence to all four, that is to him who is the greatest in heaven and more true, and him I pray to help me.
This is an excerpt of a document written by the Italian merchant Marco Polo during the thirteenth century after his visit to the Yuan dynasty. Which of the following historical arguments is best supported by this excerpt?
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