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Answer the following questions using the STATION 3 - HUMANISM PDF

1. Define Humanism:
2. Petrarch was the first what?

3. What was Petrach’s vernacular?

4. Where was Dante from?

5. What is his most famous work?

What is the Divine Comedy:

CHRISTIAN HUMANIST QUESTIONS:
Who were the two best known Christian Humanist?
1)

2)
2. In 1509, what did Erasmus write?

3. Who did his book poke fun at?

4. Why did he think all people should study the Bible?

5. In 1516, what did Thomas More write?

6. What does the word “utopia” mean in Greek?

7. What does it mean in English?

8. What language did he write in?

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However, I can provide general information on Humanism and some of the figures and concepts you mentioned:

General Information on Humanism:

  1. Define Humanism: Humanism is a cultural and intellectual movement that emerged during the Renaissance, emphasizing the value of human beings, individualism, and the study of classical texts from ancient Greece and Rome. It prioritizes human reason, ethics, and justice over theological or supernatural considerations.

  2. Petrarch was the first what?: Petrarch is often considered the "father of Humanism." He was one of the first to develop the concept of a human-centered philosophy that emphasized the study of classical literature.

  3. What was Petrarch’s vernacular?: Petrarch wrote primarily in Italian, his vernacular language, especially in his poetry.

  4. Where was Dante from?: Dante Alighieri was from Florence, Italy.

  5. What is his most famous work?: Dante's most famous work is "The Divine Comedy."

  6. What is the Divine Comedy: "The Divine Comedy" is an epic poem that describes the journey of the protagonist, Dante, through the realms of the afterlife, including Hell (Inferno), Purgatory (Purgatorio), and Heaven (Paradiso). It combines allegory, theology, philosophy, and a profound exploration of human nature.

Christian Humanist Questions:

  1. Who were the two best-known Christian Humanists?

    1. Erasmus
    2. Thomas More

  2. In 1509, what did Erasmus write?: In 1509, Erasmus wrote "The Praise of Folly," a satirical work that critiques various aspects of society and the Church.

  3. Who did his book poke fun at?: Erasmus's "The Praise of Folly" poked fun at various figures in society, including corrupt clergy, theologians, and the foolishness of human behavior in general.

  4. Why did he think all people should study the Bible?: Erasmus believed that all people should study the Bible to gain a personal understanding of Christian teachings and to promote moral and spiritual improvement, arguing that knowledge of scripture was essential for true piety.

  5. In 1516, what did Thomas More write?: In 1516, Thomas More wrote "Utopia," a work of political philosophy.

  6. What does the word “utopia” mean in Greek?: The word "utopia" comes from Greek, where "ou" means "not" and "topos" means "place," translating to "no place" or "nowhere."

  7. What does it mean in English?: In English, "utopia" typically refers to an imagined perfect society or community, often idealized in nature.

  8. What language did he write in?: Thomas More wrote "Utopia" in Latin.

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