Humanities Early Modern Age Part 1 Review

Vocabulary flashcards covering key terms and concepts related to the Early Modern Age and the Renaissance as discussed in the lecture notes.

Catalysts of the Renaissance

Factors that sparked the Renaissance, including technology, wealthy families, and the spread of Roman culture from fleeing scholars.

Medici Family

A wealthy middle-class family from Florence, known for supporting Renaissance artists and the notion of earning wealth.

Humanism

An intellectual movement emphasizing the value of human potential and achievements, often through the study of classical texts.

Secularism

The principle that this life is worth living for its own sake, not only in preparation for the afterlife.

Chiaroscuro

An art technique using strong contrasts between light and dark to give the illusion of volume in modeling three-dimensional objects.

Patrons

Affluent individuals or families who financially support artists, leading to cultural advancements during the Renaissance.

Protestant Reformation

A religious movement in the 16th century that led to the creation of Protestant churches, challenging the practices of the Catholic Church.

Civic Humanism

The idea promoted by humanists that individuals have a duty to participate actively in civic life and public service.

Printing Press

Invention by Johannes Gutenberg that allowed for the mass production of books, enabling the spread of new ideas during the Renaissance and Reformation.

Memento Mori

An artistic or symbolic reminder of human mortality, often depicted in Northern Renaissance art.

Vernacular

The language or dialect spoken by the ordinary people in a particular region; important for making literature and information accessible.

Indulgences

Payments made to the church to reduce punishment for sins, criticized by reformers like Martin Luther during the Protestant Reformation.

Predestination

A theological concept primarily associated with Calvinism, stating that God has predetermined who will be saved and who will be damned.

Chattel Slavery

A system of slavery in which individuals are treated as personal property of an owner, often seen in the context of the transatlantic slave trade.

Baroque

An art style characterized by emotional expression, dramatic use of light, and rich colors, emerging after the Renaissance.