Question

What worldview did most europeans hold on to in the 16th century?

Answer 1

I believe the answer is: Geocentric

Geocentric refers to a view which believe that Earth served as a center of the universe and the sun stars and other planets are revolved around it.
This view was distorted by a scientist named Gallileo Gallillei who invented the first telescope in mid 16th century.

Answer 2

The worldview that most Europeans held on to in the 16th century was that of being an intellectual view. This view led to the start of the Renaissance era and the Reformation era. I hope that this is the answer that you were looking for and the answer has actually come to your desired help.