Renaissance, Reformation, Counter Reformation, Age of Exploration, Key Figures of the Renaissance, French History: Louis XIV

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Renaissance

Cultural, intellectual, and artistic movement from the 14th to the 17th century.

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Cultural Revival

Renewed interest in classical knowledge, art, and literature.

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Trade and Wealth

Economic prosperity fueled by trade and commerce.

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Patronage

Support from wealthy sponsors for artists and thinkers.

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Florence, Italy

Birthplace of the Renaissance with a flourishing artistic and intellectual community.

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Reformation

Religious movement initiated by Martin Luther in the 16th century.

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Martin Luther

German monk and theologian who initiated the Protestant Reformation.

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Critique of Catholic Church practices

Martin Luther's opposition to practices such as the sale of indulgences.

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John Calvin

Theologian known for Calvinist beliefs summarized by the acronym TULIP.

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Henry VIII

King of England who established the Church of England.

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Council of Trent

Catholic Church's response to the Reformation, addressing doctrinal issues and corruption.

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Index of Forbidden Books

List of prohibited books by the Catholic Church.

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Inquisition

Church-led investigations to combat heresy.

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Wars of Religion

Conflicts between Catholic and Protestant factions.

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Age of Exploration

Period of exploration and colonization starting in the late 15th century.

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Trade Routes

Seeking new routes to Asia for spices and goods.

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Wealth and Fame

Motivations for explorers and nations during the Age of Exploration.

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Christopher Columbus

Key explorer during the Age of Exploration.

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Da Vinci

Renowned artist, scientist, and inventor of the Renaissance.

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Machiavelli

Political philosopher and author of "The Prince."

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Galileo

Astronomer, physicist, and mathematician of the Renaissance.

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Petrarch

Italian scholar and poet, key figure in the humanist movement.

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Thomas More

English statesman and author of "Utopia."

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Louis XIV

King of France from 1643-1715, epitome of absolute monarchy.

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Palace of Versailles

Symbol of Louis XIV's centralized power and cultural flourishing.

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