Seen as a bridge between the Middle Ages and the modern era, The Renaissance also marked a cognitive shift from a religious perspective to a more intellectual and social focus. ... Although the Renaissance did not make a complete separation from the previous era, three epic discoveries transpired that impacted the road to the modern era. ... This had monumental influence on the growth of the modern Western world and changes in Christianity. ... These values and ideas became known as 'Humanism', where emphasis was placed on the study, practice and views of the individual values and co...

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The medieval manorialism fostered illiteracy and ignorance and a very narrow view of the outside world, people did not question their place, the church, or the need to prepare for the after life. ... It is a blend of concern for the history and actions of human beings, mainly the ancient Greeks and Romans, such as, Cicero, Ceaser, and Augustine, with the belief that man was at the center of the universe. ...

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