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What is meant by renaissance - does it mean revival of the classical style?
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∙ 11y ago
Renaissance literally means "rebirth" (from French). Yes it is a revival of something, often a classical attitude (such as belief in reason and logic as opposed to dogma). Sometimes a style or fashion. Nowadays most often coupled with the end of the "Middle ages" when education and wealth started to flourish in Europe.
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