Enlightenment refers to a historical and intellectual movement that emerged in the 17th and 18th centuries, emphasizing reason, science, and individualism over tradition and religious authority. It championed ideas such as liberty, progress, and the pursuit of knowledge, significantly influencing modern political and philosophical thought. Key figures include philosophers like john Locke, Voltaire, and Immanuel Kant, who advocated for rational thought and human rights. The Enlightenment laid the groundwork for democratic societies and advancements in various fields, including science and ethics.
Their revolutions were inspired by the Enlighment.
Salons helped to spread enlightenment ideals.
scientific method begins to affect sociaty
Nobody can tell, even Dalai Lama himself, because Buddha has made a rule not to disclose the spiritual state of monk. Therefore Dalai Lama will not disclose his enlightenment nor common people will understand easily.
Reason was central to the Enlightenment as it emphasized the importance of logic, critical thinking, and rationality in understanding the world. Enlightenment thinkers believed that reason could lead to progress, social change, and the improvement of society. Reason was seen as a powerful tool in challenging traditional authorities and promoting individual freedom and autonomy.
The correct chronological order is: Enlightenment, Romanticism, Realism, Naturalism. The Enlightenment period focused on reason and intellectual thought in the 18th century, followed by Romanticism in the late 18th to early 19th century emphasizing emotion and individualism. Realism emerged in the mid-19th century, depicting reality as it is, followed by Naturalism which further emphasized scientific observation in the late 19th century.
Being in the company of the saintly, pious like minded people, community or society who worship together and hold spiritual discussions to better understand the sacred precepts and teachings for spiritual grwoth and enlighment. Very often, they come together to contribute their own ideas to reform and maintain the integrity of the society and observe the common moral, ethical and regious values and beliefs.