What was the main objective of the Edict of Nantes, enacted under the reign of Henry IV of France?

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The Edict of Nantes, enacted in 1598, was a significant advancement in religious tolerance at a time marked by religious wars in Europe. Henry IV, a former Protestant who converted to Catholicism to ascend the throne of France, sought through this edict to ease tensions between Catholics and Protestants. It allowed Huguenots not only to freely practice their religion in certain areas but also to participate in the political and economic life of the country. This edict was a major step towards religious coexistence, although it was revoked in 1685 by Louis XIV, leading to the exodus of many French Protestants.