Although the Renaissance was a relatively short time period, it generated change in many ways. ... The emphasis on the individual during the Renaissance is reflected in literature as well. ... They became aware of how noble, clever and perfect man was, transforming their outlook on life to something more optimistic and cheerful. The Renaissance brought man to focus on life and all of its possibilities. ... In conclusion, the Renaissance gave man a new perspective on themselves, which was apparent in the differences between medieval art, literature and scientific belief and those of the Renais...

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The devastating result brought about the end of the Italian Renaissance as well as Galileo's liberty. ... He was commuted to house arrest the following day in which he would spend the rest of his life in his villa at Arcetri near Florence. ...

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The ingenious cultural impacts of Michelangelo during the Renaissance are still principal to Italian as well as Western culture today. ... Even after taking his statement back, he was still forced to house arrest for his remaining life. 2 This shows the strong level of power that the church had in censorship and why they could continue to control their biblical contexts that were not applicable to the natural world. ... Not to cast a shadow on the great artists and writers of the Renaissance, however, while culture is an essential part of society, it is constantly changing. ...

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" (Crompton 9) Prior to the Protestant Reformation, the Catholic Church affected almost every aspect of daily life and was once the highest power in all of Europe. ... The Papacy controlled so much wealth during the Renaissance that popes were "held up as heroes of art and splendor, and as the very model and definition of corruption.... The Church used to be the wealthiest corporation in all of Europe, the chief leader of all European nations, and controlled all aspects of life imaginable. ... The Protestant Reformation brought about a change that completely altered life in Europe. U...

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As Drake explains " the silencing and punishment of Galileo toward the end of a life devoted to scientific inquiry was an event of profound significance for our cultural history" (pg. iii). Drake's biography on Galileo meanders its way from the very beginning of Galileo's life and work right to the bitter end. ... By itself this "Nova" may have signaled a "Nova" approach to how the heavens were viewed and Galileo may have been one of the stars of this era in triggering the explosion of investigation and philosophical teaching known as the Renaissance. ...

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The Baroque artist began to specialize even further, no longer the universal man of the Renaissance, but concentrating on a particular medium. ... Artist emphasized a life filled with deep feeling, spirituality, and free expression. ... Landscape paintings were also created to show dramatic images of nature and human life. ... Another development of the Baroque style was the paintings emphasizing the daily life of people in multiple countries. ... Satire was introduced during this time using realism and savage humor to comment on the discord of social and political life. ...

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Papal corruption, the print press, the Renaissance, and personal ambitions all played an influence in religious reform. ... As Henry's health failed in the last years of his life it became clear that his own actions had encouraged the growth of a powerful evangelical party at Court. ...

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The faith the church proclaimed had provided the essential questions of life for everyone from poor peasants to rich nobles. ... Instead of relying on feudal charges for the bulk of their military power, Renaissance princes employed mercenaries in increasing numbers. ... "Many people were critical of the luxurious life of the popes, the corruption of the clergy, the selling of indulgences said to remove the penalties for sin, and other aspects of church life and practice. ... He believed that what one construes in their conscience while reading the Bible is how they should live their life s...

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