A brief description of Europe during Renaissance. It tells about main causes, main features, Age of Discovery, New Explorers and Symbols of Renaissance.
A brief description of Europe during Renaissance. It tells about main causes, main features, Age of Discovery, New Explorers and Symbols of Renaissance.
Many argue that the ideas characterizing the Renaissance had their origin in late 13th-century Florence, in particular with the writings of Dante Alighieri (1265–1321) and Petrarch (1304–1374), as well as the paintings of Giotto di Bondone (1267–1337).The renaissance was a time of renewal.
Features of renaissance:
Humanism
Humanism and Libraries
Art
Religion
Science
Causes of Renaissance:
A Hunger for Discovery
Reintroduction of Classical Works
The Printing Press
Humanism Emerges
Art and Politics
Death and Life
War and Peace
Decline of Feudalism
Crusades
Emergence of new Cities
Results of Renaissance:
Literature
Art
Architecture
Sculpture
Fine Arts
Painting
Improvement in the condition of Women
Manners and Etiquette
Decline in Morality
Development of Trade and Commerce
Colonialism
Encouragement to Virtue Less Politics
Conclusion: In the last saying about Renaissance that it mean rebirth or renewal.
Many argue that the ideas characterizing the Renaissance had their origin in late 13th-century Florence, in particular with the writings of Dante Alighieri (1265–1321) and Petrarch (1304–1374), as well as the paintings of Giotto di Bondone (1267–1337).The renaissance was a time of renewal.
Features of renaissance:
Humanism
Humanism and Libraries
Art
Religion
Science
Causes of Renaissance:
A Hunger for Discovery
Reintroduction of Classical Works
The Printing Press
Humanism Emerges
Art and Politics
Death and Life
War and Peace
Decline of Feudalism
Crusades
Emergence of new Cities
Results of Renaissance:
Literature
Art
Architecture
Sculpture
Fine Arts
Painting
Improvement in the condition of Women
Manners and Etiquette
Decline in Morality
Development of Trade and Commerce
Colonialism
Encouragement to Virtue Less Politics
Conclusion: In the last saying about Renaissance that it mean rebirth or renewal.
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LECTURE 4
THE TRANSITION: FROM MEDIEVAL TO MODERN EUROPE (THE RENAISSANCE), 14th-17thCenturies
I. The Renaissance: A Rebirth of Learning (1300-1650)
A. The word “renaissance” means “rebirth” or “revival”
B. In history, this word refers to a 300-year period in
Europe that in Western Europe marked the revival of art,
literature and learning
1. It is significant that this revival served as a bridge, or
transition, between medieval and modern Western
Europe
2. We find a greater level of achievement and
European self-consciousness
C. Some historians have argued that this period represented a
sharp break with the past, while others have noted that the
change was more evolutionary or an outgrowth of the
Later Middle Ages
1. It is true that the Reinassance had roots in many
aspects of the medieval heritage, especially the
church-run universities of learning, the forms and
subject matter of literature, and the rudiments of
science
2. Of course, the emphasis of intellectual trends began
to change more noticeably after the 14th century
II. Distinctive Features of the Renaissance
A. It began with:
1. The rediscovery of the Greco-Roman civilization,
which had been generally neglected during the
Middle Ages
2. Emphasized reason, a questioning attitude,
experimentation, and free inquiry—in contrast with
the medieval concern with religious faith, authority,
and tradition
3. The Renaissance glorified the individual and
approved of worldly pleasures, viewing life as
worthwhile for its own sake, not chiefly as
preparation for the hereafter
4. Focused attention upon worldly matters arising out
of a secular society (secularization), rather than the
medieval preoccupation with the Roman Catholic
Church and religious affairs
5. Finally, the Renaissance featured great achievements
in literature, art, and science
III. The Renaissance Started in Italy
A. Arose first in Italian cities because:
1. As the center of Greco-Roman culture, Italy
contained sculptures, buildings, roads, and
manuscripts that excited curiosity about
classical (ancient) civilization
2. Located on the Mediterranean Sea, Italy had
absorbed stimulating new ideas from the Byzantine
and Muslim worlds
3. Benefiting from the revival of trade that resulted
from the Crusades in the Middle Ages, Italy had
wealthy, influential people who became patrons
(supporters) of literature, art, and science (much
later in history, it was the state and its governmental
structures that did the same thing)
a. Some examples of leading Renaissance patrons
included: certain Popes in Rome (Bishop of
Rome), wealthy .
1. AIM: How did the Renaissance Change Medieval Europe? Do Now: What do you think Renaissance means? Try to define it in your OWN words (hint: do you think it’s positive or negative).
2. 1. Life in Europe Before Rebirth Life during Medieval Europe (500CE-1300CE) was harsh. Feudalism divided people into specific social classes, ranging from lords to serfs. Closely related to feudalism was manorialism, which was a system that divided Europe into small, independent manors that were self-sufficient. Because of this, there was not much trade and limited contact in much of Europe. Whatever contact there was, was usually in the form of wars between feuding manors or between Christians and Muslims. One major influence in Europe during this time was that of the Catholic Church. Much of the clergy were well educated and involved in politics. Most people, however, were serfs, and were tied to the land—they were not educated, their only hope for a better life was in the afterlife. Source: Prentice Hall World Connections
3. GROUPS 2A. Alex Lott, Kyara, Dashawn, Rosely, Lance 3A. Nephtaly, Kayla, Clara, Dan, Yelisa 4A. Eduardo, Humberto, Jeane, Carl, Cherise 2B. Zanaysia, Rebecca, Bryan, Fareed, Adrian 3B. Justice, Raymond, Nicholas, Alex G, Doug 4B. Cediel, Queenly, Zaira, Joe, Nelson, Isaiah DIRECTIONS: When directed, go to your group’s first document GROUP 2A, start at Document 2A, Group 2B start at document 2B YOU HAVE 3 MINUTES AT EACH DOCUMENT!
4. 2B. Where did the Renaissance Begin? Despite being affected by the Black Death, some Italian city-states continued to trade. Their location in between Africa, Asia, and Europe made Italy favorable for trade. Also, Italy had many cities that were on the coast and easily accessible on water trade routes. Trade grew sharply after the Black Death, and agrowing class of merchants (businessmen) became wealthy. These merchants were inspired by the remains (old buildings) of the Roman Empire that littered much of Italy. They wanted to bring back the glory of the Roman Empire and began to fund artists, poets, and philosophers with their extra money. Source: Prentice Hall World Connections
8. 3B. Beliefs of the Renaissance During the Middle Ages, people mostly focused on the afterlife, because life was miserable for many. However, during the Renaissance, many people began to discovery enjoyment in worldly things (of this earth). People began to focus on this world, instead of the afterlife (heaven), because some people had the money and free time to enjoy themselves. People began to rediscover the writings and arts of Ancient Rome and Greece, which stressed the power of HUMAN reason, INSTEAD of the glory of God. Human reason was promoted through education, which focused on the study of history, poetry, and philosophy. This new worldview, or belief was called HUMANISM. Source: Prentice Hall World Connections
9. 4B. Effects of the Renaissance The new worldview of HUMANISM, was reflected in Renaissance art. Renaissance art was more realistic and used shadowing and perspective to make the art look more real. Renaissance architecture (buildings) was influenced by classic Roman and Greek architecture, instead of Medieval architecture (gothic). Some classic (Roman and Greek) architectural characteristics were the use of archways, domes and columns. Some famous artists that grew out of the Renaissance were Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo, and Raphael. Source: Prentice Hall World Connections