French Renaissance
Notable developments during the French Renaisannce are the start of absolutism, unrestricted governmental power, the spread of humanism, human values predominate and the exploration of the 'New World'. New techniques were developed in printing, painting and sculpture. The sciences excelled as did new codes of sociability and ettiquette.
Once language was mastered, a second stage of eloquence or rhetoric developed. This art of persuasion served to persuade all others to lead the good life. Rhetoric led to the embraced philosophy,
'Its better to will the good than to know the truth'.
The humanistic school, motivated by the idea the study of classical languages and literature provided valuable information and intellectual discipline. Moral standards came about, future leaders and professionals developed civilized taste. This flourished without interruption surviving many social, political revolutions.
Contemporary Humanism garnered a genuine optimism about the capacity of people. Specifically, the idea of living up to your potential is hard work and requires the help of others. The ultimate goal making life better for everyone and leaving the world a better place for those who come after.
Humanism is a democratic and ethical life stance, affirming the belief we all have the right and responsibility to give meaning and to shape our own lives. It's not theistic and doesn't accept supernatural views of reality.
The following fact to be kept in mind, after the horrific experiences of twentieth-century wars, the meaning of the phrases 'the destiny of man' or 'the triumph of human reason' without the following
folly and brutality dragged behind them.
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