The Great Awakening was a revitalization of religious feeling; it emphasized personal salvation. This movement occurred primarily in the 18th century and saw a surge in religious fervor, with an emphasis on individual emotional experiences and direct relationships with God, rather than traditional religious authority. It played a significant role in shaping American religious life and fostering a sense of personal autonomy in spiritual matters.
What was the Great Awakening and what idea did it emphasize?
A revitilzation of religious feeling; emphasized personal salvation
A movement to embrace differences; emphasized racial and gender equality
A musical movement; emphasized the younger generation and its independence
A new social class; emphasized counterculture and individuality
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