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Impact of the Black Death on Renaissance and Humanism
TLDR The Black Death, a devastating pandemic that killed an estimated 400 million people, led to societal shifts, economic and political crises, and a population crisis in Western Europe during the fall of the Middle Ages. This crisis sparked a rebirth and new beginning, inspiring the rise of humanism and a shift towards a simpler, more personal spirituality.
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The term renaissance signifies a rebirth that often follows a significant change or transformation, which can be positive or negative, leading to a reevaluation of how human progress is defined.
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Progress in humanity cannot be solely defined by intellectual advancements, as historical periods like the Dark Ages and the High Middle Ages show that societal well-being and prosperity are influenced by various factors beyond intellectual growth.
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The Black Death, originating in Asia and spreading through Europe, killed an estimated 400 million people, drastically changing the lives of those who witnessed the devastating effects of the pandemic.
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During the Black Death, people were forced to bury the dead in close proximity, leading to a shortage of burial places and a shift towards individualistic survival strategies.
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The Black Death led to a population crisis, causing a shift in societal dynamics and sparking economic and political crises in Western Europe during the fall of the Middle Ages.
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During the late Middle Ages, people sought a rebirth and new beginning by looking to the past for inspiration, leading to the rise of humanism and a shift away from the scholastic approach towards the teachings of earlier Greeks and Romans.
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Erasmus believed that the merging of philosophy with religion was the root cause of corruption within the Church, advocating instead for a simple focus on loving one another as the true essence of spirituality.
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Erasmus believed that true spirituality is a personal connection between an individual and God, criticizing both church leaders and philosophers for their corruption and emphasis on reason over ignorance.
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