Enlightenment

TThe Enlightenment is a term used to descride a phase in Western philosophy and cultural life centered upon the eighteenth century, in which reason was advocated as the primary source and legitimacy for authority. The Enlightenment period developed throughout Germany, France, Britain, the Netherlands, and Italy, and the movement spread through much of Europe, including Russia. The American Declaration of Independence, the United States Bill of Rights, and the French Declaration of the Rights of Man and of the Citizen were all motivated by the "Enlightenment" principles. The age of Enlightenment had philisophical and intellectual innovations. People such as Voltaire were huge contributors during the Enlightenment period.

Created by Anna Mack on Feburary 10, 2009 Edited by Charlie Baker 2/12/09 Edited by Stacy Fairey 2.12.09 Edited by Frances Grimball 2/16/09