1. Renaissance – HUMANISM “the official philosophy of the Renaissance”
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2. Humanism (What) Rediscovery of man as an individual
Balance between religious faith (from heart) & reason (from brain)
During the Renaissance – EVERYBODY was religious!!
Humanism was not opposed to religion.
Most paintings dealt with religion

3. Before the Renaissance (Why)
How did Medieval scholars think?
People are sinners () !
People should concentrate on getting into heaven
Purpose of learning = understand God’s will

4. During the Renaissance (Why)
How did humanist artists/writers think?
Stressed importance of humans in present world
Cared about the individual
Every person has dignity and worth, deserves respect
Purpose of learning = achieve a happy life
Live life to the fullest (enjoy it )
Better yourself now (don’t wait for heaven)

5. Who? Their paintings & sculptures look like real people
Leonardo da Vinci
Michelangelo
How?
Their paintings & sculptures look like real people

7. Who? Dante Shakespeare How? Portray people as real Show human nature
Show people’s ideals & mistakes
Realistic and critical of human beings
Humorous

8. Impacts of Humanism (What?) 5 ways it has shaped our world
Religion – Martin Luther convinced people that every individual should be able to read the bible
Government – our political system is based on the idea that individuals should be able to vote
Freedom – Charter of Rights states that every individual has rights

9. Impacts of Humanism (What?) 5 ways it has shaped our world
Education – Our public schools believe that every individual has the right to be educated
Arts – Every artist can express him/herself as an individuals