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The primary philosophy of the Renaissance was [[humanism]], which favored the capacity of man to reason and think for himself.{{fact}}  This had two effects: on one hand, creativity and independent thinking were encouraged and learning greatly increased.  Emphasis moved away from the sole focus on religious, spiritual things that was characteristic of the Middle Ages, to a focus on more tangible, earthly things.  The study of nature and science was given its proper place.  Art and literature became more realistic.

The primary philosophy of the Renaissance was [[humanism]], which favored the capacity of man to reason and think for himself.{{fact}}  This had two effects: on one hand, creativity and independent thinking were encouraged and learning greatly increased.  Emphasis moved away from the sole focus on religious, spiritual things that was characteristic of the Middle Ages, to a focus on more tangible, earthly things.  The study of nature and science was given its proper place.  Art and literature became more realistic.

 

== See also ==

== See also ==

*[[Painting Masterpieces]]

*[[Painting Masterpieces]]