Which of the following best describes how Bede was a typical Christian of his time ?
Correct answer: A. He combined zealous Christianity with English patriotism.
- A. He combined zealous Christianity with English patriotism.
- B. He did not believe that Christianity was an essential part of English culture.
- C. He thought that England was a pagan wilderness.
- D. He believed that English Christians needed to move to a New Israel.
Explanation
Bede combined strong Christian commitment with pride in and concern for the English people, presenting their history within a Christian framework. He therefore did not treat England simply as a pagan wilderness.
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