Leaders of the Second Great Awakening called their meetings “revivals” primarily because they wanted to bring people’s faith and morality back to life. The term "revival" signifies a renewal of spiritual fervor and a reawakening of commitment to religious beliefs, aiming to inspire and energize both individuals and communities in their faith. While the movement did draw inspiration from the First Great Awakening, its primary focus was on revitalizing faith and moral values during a time when many were perceived to be drifting away from traditional religious practices. Thus, the correct answer is: They wanted to bring people’s faith and morality back to life.
Why did leaders of the Second Great Awakening call their meetings “revivals”?
They wanted to repeat the First Great Awakening.
They wanted to bring people’s faith and morality back to life.
They wanted to make church services more like theater performances.
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