Enlightenment ideals
Definition
Enlightenment ideals refer to the philosophical and intellectual movement that emerged in Europe during the 18th century. This movement emphasized reason, science, individualism, and skepticism towards traditional authority.
Analogy
Imagine Enlightenment ideals as a bright light bulb illuminating a dark room. It represents the new ideas and knowledge that were spreading across Europe, challenging old beliefs and practices.
Related terms
Absolutism: A form of government where a ruler holds absolute power and is not limited by laws or constitutions.
Rationalism: The belief that knowledge is derived from reason rather than tradition or religious beliefs.
Social contract theory: The idea that individuals enter into an agreement with their government, giving up some freedoms in exchange for protection and order.
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Practice Questions (8)
How did neoclassical art reflect Enlightenment ideals during the eighteenth century?
Which form of government persisted in several European countries despite the spread of Enlightenment ideals?
Which event, influenced by Enlightenment ideals, drastically altered the political landscape in Europe and beyond during the late 18th century?
Which document, inspired by Enlightenment ideals, proposed new rights such as 'liberty, property, security and resistance to oppression' during the French Revolution?
Why did the Romantics reject Enlightenment ideals?
Which ruler's reforms were significantly influenced by Enlightenment ideals?
How did romanticism differ from Enlightenment ideals?
How did Napoleon Bonaparte's rule reflect Enlightenment ideals while simultaneously contradicting them?
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