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What does it mean?
Christianity gave Europe its core ideas of freedom and equality, which now define the continent.
In plain terms
Freedom and equality are Europe's essence thanks to Christianity.
What can you take from it?
Recognize these values as foundational to Europe.

Where it applies

  • historical analysis
  • civic discussions

Putting it to work

  • education curricula
  • policy framing

Questions to consider

  • Do freedom and equality still define Europe today?
  • How have other traditions shaped Europe?

Another view

It overlooks other cultural influences on Europe.

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