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==Influence==
==Influence==
They did not form any sort of organization, but often discussed and debated ideas among themselves. They shared a devotion to reason, philosophical empiricism, mathematical modes of thought, trust in scientific inquiry, and a belief in the [[Idea of Progress]]. They had a wide following among the intellectuals of Europe. Their zest for rational investigation of the natural world is exemplified by Diderot's ''[[Encyclopedie]]'' (1751-66), to which many of them contributed.
They did not form any sort of organization, but often discussed and debated ideas among themselves. They shared a devotion to reason, philosophical empiricism, mathematical modes of thought, trust in scientific inquiry, and a belief in the [[Idea of Progress]]. They had a wide following among the intellectuals of Europe. Their zest for rational investigation of the natural world is exemplified by Diderot's ''[[Encyclopédie]]'' (1751-66), to which many of them contributed.
In religion the philosophes encouraged toleration and skepticism; in politics their writings often reflected and furthered [[republicanism]] and the democratic spirit.
In religion the philosophes encouraged toleration and skepticism; in politics their writings often reflected and furthered [[republicanism]] and the democratic spirit.