There are two known periods of growth in European art, education and science. The first is the Renaissance; art flourished as well as education in the ancient languages and the development of the sciences. However during the Renaissance, science progress but did not make great advancements until the Enlightenment and Scientific Revolution.
Humanism influenced political thought in the Renaissance by promoting the idea of individualism, the importance of education, and the belief in the potential for human progress. This led to a shift towards more secular and human-centered political systems, emphasizing the rights and responsibilities of individuals within society.
The question assumes that there was little advance in science in medieval Europe. I believe the reverse is true; there was quite a lot of scientific advancement. I am attaching two links below. One is to an article on Medieval Technology, and the other to an article on Renaissance Technology. Both of these articles deal with the advances of their respective times, whether by invention or by adoption of technology invented elsewhere. The Renaissance lasted about 250 years, and the Middle Ages about 1000, so if they had advances at the same rate, the Middle Ages should have produced about four times as many of the same quality. The articles are not perfect; the medieval invention of the chimney is not mentioned. But they are representative. I will invite anyone interested to compare the medieval inventions with those of the Renaissance. Since the two times overlap to some extent, some inventions appears in the lists of both ages, and they should be counted for both. We should ask, what is the relative quality and quantity of medieval inventions versus those of the Renaissance? My own take on this is that the Middle Ages was easily the equal to the Renaissance in scientific advancement, and quite probably superior to it, but you can make up your own mind. To simplify things, I made a list of the technologies in the articles and put them into the related question below.
Scientific conflicts can arise from disagreements over research findings, methodology, or interpretation of data. These conflicts can slow down progress in the field by causing delays in publishing results, hindering collaboration between researchers, and creating confusion among the scientific community. Examples include debates over the effectiveness of certain treatments, conflicting theories on the origins of certain phenomena, and disputes over the validity of research methods. Resolving these conflicts is important for advancing scientific knowledge and ensuring that research is reliable and accurate.
Certainly, educated people of the Renaissance regarded their age as an age of progress and advancement; they were very self congratulatory on that score. And most historians since that time have agreed with them; perhaps this was because it is easier to agree with people who talk a lot than with those who do not say much. Personally, I think of the Renaissance as a time that is no more progressive then the Middle Ages, and in which there was comparatively little advancement aside from the works of a very few great geniuses. But other times have had their geniuses, too. I will suggest a little experiment for anyone who wants to satisfy their own curiosity. I am leaving two links below to articles in Wikipedia. One is on medieval technology, and one on Renaissance technology. If you look at them, please remember a few things. First, the Middle Ages were 1000 years long, and the Renaissance were about 200 to 250. Second, they overlap to some extent, so the listings of developments both include some of the same things; the blast furnace and the printing press are listed in both. Also, there were important inventions left off the lists; my favorite medieval invention is the chimney, before which there were no fireplaces. And finally, the lists include both inventions and imported technology, but remember that advancement can come in the form of either. Now, if you look at these lists, ask yourself whether the advancements of Renaissance technology are more important than those of medieval technology, taking into account the difference in the time involved. There are a lot of things people today like to find disparaging about the Middle Ages, and from which the Renaissance seems to be a cure, but the disparaging things said about the Middle Ages turn out not to be true, and the Renaissance is clearly in some respects a time of backsliding. Look at the article at the link on bathing, and you discover that people in the Middle Ages kept themselves clean, but people of the Renaissance relied on perfume. Look at the article at the link on witch hunts, and tell me whether the Renaissance or the Middle Ages was more superstitious. There is also a related question for those curious about the contention that medieval people were all illiterate except the clergy: "What is the Evolution of education in the Middle Ages?" I could go on about the disparaging things said about the Middle Ages, that people think were cured by the Renaissance, but suffice it to say, if you are going to believe anything, believe what you can find by serious research and forget the rest.
There are two known periods of growth in European art, education and science. The first is the Renaissance; art flourished as well as education in the ancient languages and the development of the sciences. However during the Renaissance, science progress but did not make great advancements until the Enlightenment and Scientific Revolution.
The ideals and philosophy of the Renaissance emphasized humanism, individualism, and the belief in the potential for progress and innovation. This led to a shift towards a greater focus on human potential, creativity, and intellectual pursuits, influencing European society by promoting education, art, and scientific discovery and challenging traditional religious and social hierarchies. The Renaissance also fostered a more secular worldview and contributed to the spread of ideas through increased literacy and the printing press.
During the Renaissance, education shifted from being focused solely on theology and philosophy to include a broader range of subjects such as literature, arts, and sciences. This led to a rise in humanism and the emphasis on individual achievement. In the Enlightenment, education became more secular and focused on empirical evidence and reason, leading to the development of modern scientific thinking and intellectual progress.
Yes. The realism during the Renaissance opened up people's lives and allowed the people to think "outside the box." With so many new ideas and theories, people began to reevaluate their lives. As for the scientific method, it allowed experiments and the data to be much more accurate and the method is used worldwide, daily.
Science was important to the Renaissance because it sparked curiosity, innovation, and exploration of the natural world. It led to advancements in areas such as anatomy, astronomy, and cartography, which laid the foundation for modern scientific inquiry. The scientific revolution during the Renaissance challenged traditional beliefs and paved the way for new discoveries and technologies.
The scientific progress first depleted the ozone. It is now replenishing it.
1. Scientific Research 2. Innovation 3. Scale of the Market 4. Education & Experience 5. Natural Resource Use
Thomas More incorporated Renaissance ideas in his work by blending classical humanism with Christian spirituality. He emphasized the importance of individual moral conscience and the pursuit of intellectual inquiry. More's writings also reflected the Renaissance focus on the dignity of man and the potential for human progress through reason and education.
Humanism influenced political thought in the Renaissance by promoting the idea of individualism, the importance of education, and the belief in the potential for human progress. This led to a shift towards more secular and human-centered political systems, emphasizing the rights and responsibilities of individuals within society.
The Renaissance emphasized humanism, leading to a focus on individualism, reason, and skepticism towards tradition. The Reformation challenged religious authority and encouraged freedom of thought. These ideas laid the foundation for the Enlightenment by promoting critical thinking, scientific inquiry, and the belief in progress through reason.
Renaissance thinkers stressed the importance of humanism, emphasizing the potential of individuals to achieve greatness through education, curiosity, and creativity. They also valued the revival of classical learning, promoting a rediscovery of ancient Greek and Roman works. Additionally, Renaissance thinkers encouraged critical thinking, challenging traditional beliefs and promoting the idea of progress and innovation.
The philosophes believed that progress could be achieved through reason, scientific knowledge, education, and social and political reform. They advocated for rational thinking, individual freedoms, and the spread of knowledge to create a more just and enlightened society.