- Humanism and Individualism: The rediscovery of classical literature and philosophies emphasized the potential and worth of the individual, shifting focus from the divine to human capabilities and experiences.
- Critical Thinking and Inquiry: Renaissance scholars employed critical thinking and empirical observation, laying the foundation for modern scientific methods.
- Secular Education: Secular schools and universities were established, catering to studies beyond religious subjects.
Artistic Legacy:
- Flourishing of the Arts:Renaissance saw an explosion of creativity in painting, sculpture, architecture, and music which had lasting impact on western arts.
- Naturalism and Realism: Art evolved beyond symbolic representations characteristic of the middle ages to more lifelike portrayals of human anatomy and nature.
- Exploration of Human Emotion:Artists delved into exploring emotions and complexities of the human experience
Scientific Development:
- Exploration and Innovation: Navigational advances aided maritime exploration, fostering trade routes and geographical discoveries like those by Magellan, Dias, Da Gama, and Columbus.
- Scientific Thought: Figures like Copernicus challenged and revolutionized traditional beliefs through innovations in Astronomy that eventually paved the way for modern Astronomy.