Historical Concepts and Movements

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Renaissance

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A period of cultural rebirth and revival of classical learning and wisdom.

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Perspective

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An artistic technique used to give the effect of three-dimensional depth to two-dimensional surfaces.

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Reformation

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A religious movement in the 16th century that led to the establishment of Protestant churches.

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Sacrament

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A religious ceremony or act regarded as an outward and visible sign of inward and spiritual divine grace.

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Predestination

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The doctrine that God has eternally chosen those whom he intends to save.

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Civil War

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A war between citizens of the same country.

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Geocentric Theory

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The belief that Earth is the center of the universe and all other celestial bodies revolve around it.

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Patron

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A person who gives financial or other support to a person, organization, or cause.

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Humanism

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An outlook or system of thought attaching prime importance to human rather than divine or supernatural matters.

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Annul

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To declare invalid, especially in the context of marriage or legal agreements.