Humanism During the Renaissance

Humanism during the Renaissance
What separated the Middle Ages from the Renaissance was the idea of humanism. Humanism, during the Renaissance, was the revival of classical Latin and Greek writing used for evolving the ideas of mankind. Humanism had its own followers as well; they were called humanists. Humanists’ trained in the humane letters of ancient classics, and employed to use those skills to lead a moral and effective life. Humanists studied more about the art of the humanities than the sciences during the Renaissance. They tried to interpret life and reveal human nature in their writing, while during the Medieval times; they tried to reveal the mysteries about God.
Many famous humanists helped revolutionize the world by revealing new interpretations on human nature and our actions. The most famous of them all was Erasmus of Rotterdam. Erasmus had a common writing style with other humanists, which was in a purified and usually intricate Latin language. What he was renowned for was his strength and limitations when it came to letters and philosophy. Erasmus left his mark on the Renaissance, differing it from the Medieval times that he so often criticized being benighted and ridiculing the scholastic philosophers of that time. He put his faith in education, enlightened discussion, and gradual moral improvement. Erasmus also criticized many Christian beliefs, but was committed on restructuring the church from within. By being dedicated to his cause, he turned down many offers to convert to protestant, even by Martin Luther himself. Erasmus’ writings educated people on how man might take part in the affairs of the world while remaining a devout Christian. He offered guidance for proper behavior in social events that take place in daily life. People of Europe began to take notice of Erasmus’ ideas by listening to them, and Erasmus became an icon in Europe. He was respected greatly by popes, and the King of Spain even named him his councilor.
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