What are some key contributions of Islamic culture and the Renaissance?
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The text provides an overview of contributions from Islamic culture as well as key aspects of the Renaissance, possibly as a study aid or summary of a historical topic.
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Islamic: Mathematics, sciences, calligraphy. Renaissance: Art, humanism, philosophy.
Key contributions of Islamic culture include advancements in mathematics and sciences by figures like Al-Khwarizmi and Ibn Sina, cultural works like 'The Thousand and One Nights,' and artistic forms such as calligraphy. The Renaissance contributed to art, humanism, and philosophy, with figures like Machiavelli and Michelangelo, and works such as Michelangelo’s 'David.'
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Key contributions of Islamic culture include advancements in mathematics and sciences by figures like Al-Khwarizmi and Ibn Sina, cultural works like 'The Thousand and One Nights,' and artistic forms such as calligraphy. The Renaissance contributed to art, humanism, and philosophy, with figures like Machiavelli and Michelangelo, and works such as Michelangelo’s 'David.'
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Islamic scholars preserved ancient knowledge and made significant advancements which influenced Europe. The Renaissance marked a rebirth of arts and classical knowledge in Europe, centered in Italy.
Sources
- Islamic world contributions to Medieval Europe - Wikipedia - en.wikipedia.org
- ISLAMIC INFLUENCES IN THE RENAISSANCE - communitycollegeoutreach.arizona.edu
- Islam's Contribution To Europe's Renaissance - The Wisdom Fund - twf.org
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