Unit 6 Movements Renaissance: rebirth of culture – art, writing, music (1300-1600) Reformation: start of Protestant Christian religions, decline in power of Catholic church (1500s-1600s) Scientific Revolution: new research in math, science; use of logic (1500s-1600s) Enlightenment: new philosophies about government, humans & society (1600s-1700s) “The Age of Reason”

The Enlightenment Notes on page 11 What was the Enlightenment? What was the importance of the Enlightenment? How did Enlightenment ideas spread? What are the lasting effects of the Enlightenment? Learning Goal 5: Explain how Calvin, Locke, Hobbes, Voltaire, Montesquieu, Rousseau, Jefferson and Blackstone contributed to the new ideas presented during the Enlightenment and describe the impact of these ideas. (TEKS/SE’s 1E,20C)

Causes of these movements Renaissance discovery of new classical manuscripts leads scholars to question accepted knowledge. Discoveries of Copernicus and other scientists challenge accepted thinking. Causes of these movements Exploration broadens European horizons. The printing Press spreads new Ideas.

What was the Enlightenment? Definition: A revolution of new ideas that deeply changed European views of government and society. led by philosophers What inspired the Enlightenment? The Renaissance triggered a new way of thinking; people turned to reason to answer their questions about the world around them

Importance of the Enlightenment “So, why does it matter?” Many freedoms and some forms of government in many countries today are a result of Enlightenment thinking.

Major Enlightenment Ideas Natural laws influence society Not a law! Basic morals all people have Separation of powers in the government 3 branches in the US – legislative, executive, judicial Science & reason can improve government & society All people are born with natural rights Examples: life, liberty, own property