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Exploring the Renaissance: A Rebirth of Culture, Reason, and Individualism

The Renaissance, meaning 'Rebirth,' originated in Italy as a pivotal cultural movement rediscovering Greek and Roman heritage. This era is characterized by five key features: the revival of classical learning, an emphasis on reason and experimentation, the glorification of the individual, significant achievements in art, literature, and science, and a focus on secular matters beyond the Church. Delving into these distinctive qualities helps us understand how the Renaissance shaped modern thought and culture.

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Exploring the Renaissance: A Rebirth of Culture, Reason, and Individualism

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  1. Gettin’ Down with the Renaissance

  2. Renaissance = Rebirth. Sure, right. Got it. From What??

  3. Why Italy?

  4. Five Distinctive Featuresof the Renaissance 1) Began with a rediscovery of Greek and Roman Culture

  5. Five Distinctive Featuresof the Renaissance 2) Emphasized Reason, Questioning, and Experimentation

  6. Five Distinctive Featuresof the Renaissance 3) Glorified the Individual and Approved Worldly Pleasures

  7. Five Distinctive Featuresof the Renaissance • Great Achievements in Art, Literature, and Science

  8. Five Distinctive Featuresof the Renaissance 5) Focused on Secular matters, not just the Church

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