Reviving Brilliance: Exploring the Renaissance (14th to 17th Century)
Renaissance (14th to 17th Century) The Renaissance was a rebirth of interest in the art and learning of ancient Greece and Rome and many historians say that it marked the end of the Middle Ages and the beginning of our modern world. Origin of the Renaissance The Renaissance, a period of cultural rebirth, had its roots in the universities and monasteries of Italy. Old manuscripts in Latin and Greek, covering topics like science, art, and literature, were rediscovered during this time. Greek scholars fleeing Constantinople after its fall in 1453 brought some of these manuscripts to Italy. Scholars delved into understanding Greek and Roman beliefs, which emphasized the significance of human life on Earth rather than focusing solely on an afterlife. In literature, renowned Italian poets like Petrarch began exploring human emotions. By the early 1500s, three exceptional painters – Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo, and Raphael – were flourishing, infusing art with new energy and reali