Similarities Between Sadoleto And Calvin

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The two leaders of the church, Sadoleto and Calvin, believed that faith was required. The leaders contrast in the ideas of the origins of the church. Sadoleto believes that followers of the Catholic religion must follow the faith and authority of one’s ancestors who have passed down the religion for generations. He views religion as (hand me down) that is passed down from their predecessor, who learned the faith from their fathers and forefathers. The concept of obedience is advocated for one in the Catholic Church. Calvin has opposing views to the (hand me down) aspect of the Catholic religion. Calvin believes that the pastors are not sent forth with a licentious and lawful authority but have a duty to the church and must be faithful to their