Question

read the statement from philip schaff. the reformation of the sixteenth century is, next to the introduction of christianity, the greatest event in history. it marks the end of the middle ages and the beginning of modern times. starting from religion, it gave, directly or indirectly, a mighty impulse to every forward movement, and made protestantism the chief propelling force in the history of modern civilization. why did schaff believe that protestantism was so powerful? because it ended a time of suffering because it showed that change is possible because it proved the power of religion because it began an era of progress

Explanation:

Schaff saw Protestantism as a powerful force because it marked the start of modern - times and gave an impetus to progress. He believed it was the chief propelling force in modern civilization history, indicating it began an era of progress.

Answer:

because it began an era of progress