However, it's important to note that:
* Religious Tolerance: While Catholicism was the official religion, there was a degree of religious tolerance for other Christian denominations, such as Protestantism, especially in some areas like the Huguenot strongholds.
* Growing Secularism: The Enlightenment era (17th-18th centuries) saw a rise in secular ideas and skepticism towards organized religion.
* Anti-Clerical Sentiment: There was growing discontent with the influence of the Catholic Church, particularly among the nobility and intellectuals. This led to calls for reform and even separation of Church and State.
The 18th century in France was a period of religious change and tension, with the Catholic Church facing both challenges and opportunities. The French Revolution in 1789 would dramatically alter the religious landscape, leading to the separation of Church and State and a period of dechristianization.