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Age of Enlightenment

Also known as the Age of Reason, this period of Western Philosophy lasted from the mid 17th Century until the 18th Century and brought about concepts and ideas that govern today's society.

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What was jean Jacques Rousseau biggest contribution to the enlightenment?

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While Jean-Jacques Rousseau made a number of significant contributions to the Enlightenment movement of the 18th century, it can be powerfully argued that his biggest contribution was the notion of humanity as pure at birth and then (and soon) corrupted by society. This notion (or, theme) appeared in a number of his influential works, and it served to strengthen the already-strong Enlightenment commitment to undermining traditional structures and freeing humankind's natural powers -- for the sake of true progress for individuals and society.

How did new scientific discoveries between the 15th and 18th centuries contribute to the enlightenment?

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They suggested that reason could provide answers about the world that tradition and religion could not. (C)

Who was one of the leading enlightenment writers?

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The Enlightenment (1700-1800 CE) was an age of intellectual and philosophical production. There are many writers associated with the Enlightenment. In 1748, David Hume wrote 'An Enquiry Concerning Human Understanding' and Charles de Montesquieu wrote 'The Spirit of the Laws.' David Diderot wrote the first volume of 'The Encyclopedia' in 1751 and in 1759, Voltaire wrote a critique of Catholicism, 'Candide.' Immanuel Kant wrote a Critique of Pure Reason in 1781.Jean-Jacques Rousseau wrote the 'Social Contract' in 1762. Cesar Beccaria wrote about the use of torture in his book 'On Crimes and Punishment' in 1764. Finally, Mary Wollstonecraft wrote A Vindication of the Rights of Woman in 1792. Each one of these authors made an important contribution to the writings of the Enlightenment.

Who is the bristler?

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A Bristler Beggar is basically a beggar, who makes money by scamming people. He would role a dice and make it land on whatever number it wanted it to. People would think he was magic and pay him as if they were being entertained.

What were voltaires beliefs of the enlightenment?

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Yes, Voltaire lived during a time of the Enlightenment when many philosophes such as himself thrived.

What were the changes in literature during enlightenment?

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The language in literature has changed throughout the years. People who write literature now talk in slang whereas older writers would write in proper language.

How did the romantic movements differ from the enlightenment?

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The Romantic Movement was a movement against the Enlightment. The Enlightment was focused on logic, or logos. The Romantic Movement, however, rejected logic and reason to guide decisions, and instead used lexis, or emotions to base decisions.

Which principle established during the Enlightenment does this excerpt reflect?

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The government should protect the rights of its citizens. Apex