1. Biblical literalism: Puritans believed that the Bible was the literal word of God and that it should be followed strictly. They rejected the idea of interpreting the Bible allegorically or symbolically, and they believed that it should be read and understood by all members of the community.
2. Predestination: Puritans believed that God had predestined some people to be saved and others to be damned, and that there was nothing that people could do to change their fate. This belief led them to focus on living a holy and righteous life in order to prove that they were among the elect.
3. Covenant theology: Puritans believed that God had made a covenant with the people of Israel, and that this covenant had been passed down to the Puritans. This belief led them to see themselves as a chosen people, and it gave them a sense of mission to spread their religious beliefs to others.
4. Simplicity: Puritans believed that life should be simple and free from luxury and ostentation. They rejected the elaborate rituals and ceremonies of the Church of England, and they focused instead on a simple and heartfelt worship service.