A Church in Crisis - Renaissance (Part 3)

The video explores the political and religious landscape of Italy during the Renaissance, highlighting the influence of major powers and the rise of Julius II. It delves into the challenges faced by the Catholic Church, including the Western Schism and the Reformation led by figures like Martin Luther. The Renaissance's impact on art and architecture is discussed, along with the Church's response through the Counter Reformation. The video also covers Petrarch's role in humanism and his contributions to the Renaissance, concluding with a summary and introduction to future topics.

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