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What did Martin Luther believe about human intentions?
What did Martin Luther believe about human intentions?
What impact did Petrarch have on the perception of Humanism in relation to Christianity?
What impact did Petrarch have on the perception of Humanism in relation to Christianity?
What event marked the beginning of the Reformation?
What event marked the beginning of the Reformation?
What was a major reason for the decline of Catholicism according to Luther?
What was a major reason for the decline of Catholicism according to Luther?
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Which philosophy did Petrarch criticize for making religion excessively intellectual?
Which philosophy did Petrarch criticize for making religion excessively intellectual?
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What was Petrarch’s view on the role of individual potential in shaping the world?
What was Petrarch’s view on the role of individual potential in shaping the world?
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Which aspect did Luther emphasize about individual faith?
Which aspect did Luther emphasize about individual faith?
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What new approach emerged that challenged the authority of the church?
What new approach emerged that challenged the authority of the church?
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What similarity exists between Petrarch and St. Augustine in terms of their views on religion?
What similarity exists between Petrarch and St. Augustine in terms of their views on religion?
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How did Petrarch's skepticism contribute to the evolution of thought during the Renaissance?
How did Petrarch's skepticism contribute to the evolution of thought during the Renaissance?
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Which of the following ideas did Galileo challenge?
Which of the following ideas did Galileo challenge?
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What significant discovery did Galileo make using his modified telescope?
What significant discovery did Galileo make using his modified telescope?
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According to Galileo, which type of reality is independent of anyone's perception?
According to Galileo, which type of reality is independent of anyone's perception?
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What did Galileo believe about consciousness and its relation to science?
What did Galileo believe about consciousness and its relation to science?
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What was Ronald Cotton accused of in the 1986 case?
What was Ronald Cotton accused of in the 1986 case?
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How confident was Jennifer Thompson in her identification of her rapist?
How confident was Jennifer Thompson in her identification of her rapist?
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After the trial, how many years was Ronald Cotton sentenced to serve?
After the trial, how many years was Ronald Cotton sentenced to serve?
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Which statement best reflects subjective reality as per the provided content?
Which statement best reflects subjective reality as per the provided content?
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What is the main difference between Baconian and Galilean science?
What is the main difference between Baconian and Galilean science?
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How does Bacon define the role of theory in scientific observation?
How does Bacon define the role of theory in scientific observation?
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Which statement best reflects Bacon's view on knowledge acquisition?
Which statement best reflects Bacon's view on knowledge acquisition?
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What analogy does Bacon use to illustrate different approaches to knowledge?
What analogy does Bacon use to illustrate different approaches to knowledge?
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In which order does Bacon believe the scientific process should proceed?
In which order does Bacon believe the scientific process should proceed?
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What does Bacon argue about rational powers of the mind?
What does Bacon argue about rational powers of the mind?
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What is a key characteristic of Baconian science compared to traditional empiricism?
What is a key characteristic of Baconian science compared to traditional empiricism?
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What concept did Bacon reject that was common in earlier philosophical thought?
What concept did Bacon reject that was common in earlier philosophical thought?
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What is a central aspect of Descartes' method?
What is a central aspect of Descartes' method?
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Which concept did Descartes believe could not be doubted?
Which concept did Descartes believe could not be doubted?
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What did Descartes refer to as 'animal spirits'?
What did Descartes refer to as 'animal spirits'?
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How did Descartes explain the interaction between the mind and body?
How did Descartes explain the interaction between the mind and body?
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What philosophical position is Descartes known for?
What philosophical position is Descartes known for?
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What was a consequence of Descartes' ideas on the church?
What was a consequence of Descartes' ideas on the church?
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In what way did Descartes contribute to psychology?
In what way did Descartes contribute to psychology?
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What did Descartes believe about innate ideas?
What did Descartes believe about innate ideas?
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What was a primary goal of humanism during the Renaissance?
What was a primary goal of humanism during the Renaissance?
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Which of the following themes reflects the humanist idea of personal religion?
Which of the following themes reflects the humanist idea of personal religion?
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How did humanism challenge previous philosophical traditions?
How did humanism challenge previous philosophical traditions?
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What was the impact of rediscovering classical texts during the Renaissance?
What was the impact of rediscovering classical texts during the Renaissance?
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Which philosopher was notably re-studied by humanists?
Which philosopher was notably re-studied by humanists?
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What aspect of human beings did humanism particularly focus on?
What aspect of human beings did humanism particularly focus on?
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What does individualism emphasize in the context of humanism?
What does individualism emphasize in the context of humanism?
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What was one consequence of the intense interest in the past by humanists?
What was one consequence of the intense interest in the past by humanists?
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Petrarch and Humanism
Petrarch and Humanism
Petrarch (1304-1374), considered the father of Italian Humanism, believed individuals should study ancient texts and develop unique styles reflecting their personalities. His ideas were crucial to Renaissance thought, challenging medieval traditions and emphasizing personal connection with God over strict dogma.
Petrarch's Critique of Scholasticism
Petrarch's Critique of Scholasticism
Petrarch criticized Scholasticism, a medieval approach to intellectualizing religion, arguing that it overemphasized intellectual aspects of faith, neglecting personal, emotional connection with God.
Human potential as a goal
Human potential as a goal
Petrarch believed humans possess significant abilities that should be developed and used to create positive changes in the world.
Luther and religious change
Luther and religious change
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Influence of personal religion
Influence of personal religion
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Renaissance Humanism
Renaissance Humanism
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Individualism
Individualism
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Personal Religion
Personal Religion
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Interest in the Past
Interest in the Past
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Anti-Aristotelianism
Anti-Aristotelianism
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Classical Texts
Classical Texts
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Marsilio Ficino
Marsilio Ficino
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Human Potential
Human Potential
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Luther's Reformation
Luther's Reformation
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Luther's beliefs
Luther's beliefs
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Rise of Science
Rise of Science
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Church vs. Science
Church vs. Science
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Astronomer-physicists
Astronomer-physicists
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Inductive Reasoning
Inductive Reasoning
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Deductive Reasoning
Deductive Reasoning
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Baconian Science
Baconian Science
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Galilean Science
Galilean Science
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Empirical Evidence
Empirical Evidence
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Positivism
Positivism
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Role of Observation in Science
Role of Observation in Science
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The Middle Way
The Middle Way
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Galileo's Challenge
Galileo's Challenge
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Galileo and the Telescope
Galileo and the Telescope
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Objective Reality
Objective Reality
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Subjective Reality
Subjective Reality
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Galileo's View on Psychology
Galileo's View on Psychology
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Secondary Qualities
Secondary Qualities
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Jennifer Thompson's Case
Jennifer Thompson's Case
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The Power of Memory
The Power of Memory
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Descartes' Method
Descartes' Method
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Animal Spirits
Animal Spirits
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Descartes' Mind-Body Dualism
Descartes' Mind-Body Dualism
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Rationalism
Rationalism
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Nativism
Nativism
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Phenomenology
Phenomenology
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Reflexes in Descartes' Theory
Reflexes in Descartes' Theory
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Descartes' Impact on Psychology
Descartes' Impact on Psychology
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Study Notes
Renaissance Changing Times in Psychology
- The Renaissance was a period from the 14th to the 17th century in Europe
- This era bridged the time between the Middle Ages and modern times
- The word "Renaissance" means "rebirth"
- The Renaissance represented a time of "coming out of the dark". It was a rebirth of education, science, art, literature, music, and a better life for people in general.
- The term Renaissance is used to describe the development of new eras.
Before Renaissance
- Philosophy served religion until the 14th and 15th centuries
- Two classes existed: believers and nonbelievers
- Nonbelievers faced physical punishment, imprisonment, or execution
- Astrology, superstition, and magic were popular
- Open inquiry was absent
- Philosophers engaged in "normal philosophy"
- Church authority was declining
- Little philosophical, theological, or scientific growth occurred.
- For progress to occur, Church authority had to be broken.
Beginning of Modern Science and Philosophy
- Renaissance means rebirth
- Inquiry returned to the open-minded methodology of Greek philosophers
- Europe transitioned from a God-centered to a human-centered understanding.
- Studying nature was akin to studying God
- Human potential and capabilities were valued
- People became more interested in the world around them, and their natural sensory abilities.
- The focus shifted from living for an afterlife to living for the present world.
Renaissance Humanism
- An intellectual movement emphasizing human potential and achievements, with a deep interest in human beings
- Emerging from the 13th century, it came to dominate Europe during the Renaissance.
- Classical texts were used to alter medieval mindsets
- Interest in human thoughts, feelings, behaviors, capabilities arose.
- Questioned how humans thought, behaved, and felt.
- Humanism had several key themes
- Individualism - focused on human potential and achievement
- Personal religion - a shift toward more personalized faith
- Intense interest in the past - focus on Greek and Roman philosophers and poets
- Anti-Aristotelianism - a desire to move away from Aristotelian philosophy for a more personally driven spiritual understanding of the world
Major Figures
- Petrarch (1304-1374): Considered the Father of Italian Humanism. Argued for studying the ancients and individual expression.
- Martin Luther (1483-1546): A major figure in the Protestant Reformation. Believed personal faith played an important role and was critical of certain facets of the Catholic church. His writings influenced changing ideas of religion.
- Francis Bacon (1561-1626): A radical empiricist. He championed observing and studying nature directly; advocated gathering evidence, rather than relying on established authorities.
- Rene Descartes (1596-1650): A rationalist. He systematically doubted all knowledge except basic truths, leading to his famous "I think, therefore I am." Emphasis on reason and the role of consciousness in knowledge.
- Galileo (1564-1642): A revolutionary astronomer and physicist who challenged traditional views of the universe. His observations questioned Church doctrine and sparked a shift towards scientific inquiry.
1986 Case
- Ronald Cotton, wrongly convicted, highlights the importance of caution in eyewitness testimony.
Baconian Science
- Baconian science is based on careful observation and inductive reasoning as opposed to deductive systems.
- Emphasizes the understanding of nature as the basis of knowledge and the importance of empirical observation.
Descartes' Method
- Descartes developed a four-step method to achieve certain knowledge. It involved never accepting something as true unless you are certain that it is.
- Descartes' method included introspection as a means of finding certain knowledge.
- Descartes' studies on the mind-body interaction introduced mechanisms of mind-body communication.
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Explore the transformative effects of the Renaissance on psychology and philosophy. This quiz delves into the significant shifts from medieval thought to the beginnings of modern science and open inquiry. Discover how this pivotal era fostered a rebirth in various fields and changed the way people viewed knowledge and authority.