The Renaissance was a great revolution in Europe from the ways of the Middle Ages. This essay is about the different aspects of humanism evident during the Renaissance (the changes in political philosophy, art and religion). Essay Question: What cultural changes during the Renaissance portrayed humanism? Humanism in the Renaissance The Renaissance was a time in which the modern age began, because of humanism. Humanism is a way of life centered on human interest. It …
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…Luther's philosophy shows humanism, because by allowing people to form their own beliefs, you are allowing people to become unique. Humanism was so powerful during the Renaissance, that it influenced Machiavelli to write a book that changed political philosophy. Humanism also made art work appear more realistic. Finally, humanism changed religion, because society was no longer theocentric. From the religious based Middle Ages to the people based Renaissance, there was much change, because of humanism.