What was the encylipedia?

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The Encyclopedia, specifically referring to the "Encyclopédie," was a comprehensive reference work published in France during the 18th century, spearheaded by Denis Diderot and Jean le Rond d'Alembert. It aimed to compile and disseminate knowledge across various fields, promoting Enlightenment ideals of reason, science, and intellectual discourse. The work included contributions from numerous authors and challenged traditional authority, influencing both education and thought in Europe and beyond. Its publication marked a significant moment in the history of knowledge dissemination and the promotion of secular, rational thought.