Scientific successes convinced educated Europeans of the power of human reason
Scientific successes convinced educated Europeans of the power of human reason
The power of reason itself.
Educated Europeans in the Age of Reason were convinced to accept the power of reason due to the influence of Enlightenment thinkers like John Locke and Voltaire, who advocated for rational and critical thinking as a means to understand the world and improve society. The scientific advancements made during this period also demonstrated the effectiveness of reason in explaining natural phenomena, further reinforcing the importance of logic and empiricism. Additionally, the skepticism towards traditional authority and religious dogma also played a role in promoting the value of reason as a guiding principle for knowledge and decision-making.
Not primarily. The main reason for discovery of new lands is for profit and or power - the lust of pride.
Because of the Europeans military power which were superior than those of africans
They were convinced that Sea Power was the key to democracy.
You will not accept power from those who do not have it to give.
To expand their wealth and power.
Riches, Knowledge, and power.
The Europeans, particularilily Britain and Russia.
he convinced them by saying if i discover this land you will get wealth and power
European nations maintained a balance of power through wars and shifting alliances.