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The Enlightenment was an intellectual movement in Europe during the 18th century that led to
a whole new world view.
What Was the Enlightenment?
If humanity determines the natural laws in each area of life- then following these laws will bring PERFECTION!
Right now the world is HORRIBLE (full of abuses) and needs reform.
NATRUAL LAWS
NaturalLaws
Progress
Progress Brings Happiness
Voltaire
Rousseau
Locke
Intellectual Movement
During the 18th century, certain thinkers and writers, primarily in London and Paris, believed that they were more enlightened than their compatriots and set out to enlighten them.
Reformers begin studying human nature and societal problems
Enlightenment ThinkersThese thinkers
believed that human reason could be used to combat ignorance, superstition, and tyranny and to build a better world.
Every social, political and economic problem could be solved through the use of reason
Governments are created to secure an orderly society
Separation of powers is the best way to protect human liberties
All men are created “free and equal”
A free market should be allowed to regulate trade
Major Enlightenment Ideas
Detested the slave trade and slaveryDeplored religious prejudiceDefended freedom of speechAttacked divine right theoryUrged education for allHated unequal distribution of property
Believed governments should be freely elected
Women’s first duty was to her family
Major Enlightenment Ideas for Society
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