Humanities Early Modern Age Part 1 Review

These flashcards cover key vocabulary and definitions from the lecture notes on the Early Modern Age and Renaissance.

Printing Press

A new technology that allowed for the mass production of books and spread of information, significantly impacting education and the Protestant Reformation.

Humanism

A Renaissance cultural movement that emphasized the value of human potential and achievements, advocating the study of classical texts.

Secularism

The principle of focusing on this life and human affairs rather than religious or spiritual matters, highlighting the importance of living a fulfilling life.

Chiaroscuro

An artistic technique used for representing light and shadow to create a three-dimensional effect in paintings.

Renaissance

A cultural movement spanning from the 14th to the 17th century that marked a revival in art, literature, and learning based on classical antiquity.

Civic Humanism

The ideology that emphasizes the importance of active participation in public affairs and civic duty as a means of achieving individual virtue.

Memento Mori

An artistic or literary theme that reminds people of their mortality, often represented in art through symbols such as skulls.

Predestination

A doctrine particularly associated with Calvinism that suggests individuals are predetermined for salvation or damnation.

Sfumato

A painting technique used to create a soft transition between colors and tones, often resulting in a smoky effect, famously used by Leonardo da Vinci.

Engraving

A printmaking technique that involves incising a design onto a hard surface, allowing for the mass production of detailed images.

Individualism

A key Renaissance value that emphasizes the moral worth of the individual and the capacity for personal achievement.

Counter Reformation

The Catholic Church's response to the Protestant Reformation, involving reforms and efforts to maintain Catholic doctrine and authority.