What caused humanism to start in Europe?

European humanism (not the first “humanism” in history and not the same as humanism today) arose in Europe during the Renaissance. read more

European humanism (not the first “humanism” in history and not the same as humanism today) arose in Europe during the Renaissance. Humanists emphasized what are today called the humanities—grammar, rhetoric, history, poetry, and moral philosophy—in order to be the best and most virtuous citizens in their communities and persuade others to do likewise. read more

The Renaissance, a movement that stressed the ideas of the classical world, ended the medieval era and heralded the start of the modern age in Europe. Between the 14th and 17th centuries, art and science flourished as empires expanded and cultures mixed as never before. read more