Pierre Bayle's Critical and Historical Dictionary

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Pierre Bayle's Critical and Historical Dictionary was a work that subjected the claims of religion to the test of critical reason. Bayle was a philosopher and a critic who questioned religious dogma and was skeptical of claims made by religious institutions. The Dictionary was an important work of the Enlightenment and had a significant influence on the development of modern Western thought. It challenged traditional religious beliefs and paved the way for more critical and scientific approaches to understanding the world. The Dictionary was not intended to advocate for any particular religious position, but rather to encourage critical thinking and inquiry. Therefore, options B, C, D, and E can be eliminated.