Renaissance Vocabulary

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Renaissance

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A period of renewed interest in art, culture, and learning in Europe from the 14th to the 17th century, meaning 'rebirth.'

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Humanism

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A movement that focused on human potential and achievements, emphasizing the study of subjects like history, literature, and philosophy.

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Patron

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A person who provides financial support for artists, writers, and scholars to create their work.

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Perspective

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An artistic technique developed during the Renaissance to create the illusion of three dimensions on a flat surface.

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Reformation

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A religious movement in the 16th century that aimed to reform the Roman Catholic Church and led to the creation of Protestant churches.

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Secular

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Concerned with worldly matters rather than spiritual matters; a focus on non-religious subjects.

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City-State

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A self-governing city and its surrounding territory; important in Italy during the Renaissance, like Florence and Venice.

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Printing Press

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An invention by Johannes Gutenberg that allowed for the mass production of books, spreading knowledge and ideas rapidly.

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Indulgence

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A pardon sold by the Catholic Church that was believed to reduce punishment for sins; a key issue leading to the Reformation.

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Florence

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An important Italian city-state during the Renaissance known for its wealth, art, and culture.