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The Rennaisance altered how Europeans saw themselves and the world. Art and science made milestones, and many famous artists and philosophers were discovered.
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Leonardo da Vinci had many talents, including architechture, sculpting, and engineering. He is known for painting "The Last Supper".
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Niccolo Machiavelli was a Florentine diplomat. He is best known for his essay "The Prince".
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Michelangelo is considered a master of Rennaissance art. He was a great painter and sculptor known for many works of art, including the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel.
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Martin Luther was the founder of the Lutheran church. He disagreed with many of the teachings of the Catholic church, so he was declared a heretic and excommunicated.
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In 1521, Pope Leo X declared Martin Luther a heretic. This is due to his open criticism of the Catholic church.
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Ignatius believed that salvation could only be achieved through good deeds. This order was also known as the Society of Jesus.
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Pope John III appreciated the vows of obedience members of the Jesuits took. He fully supported and defended teir mission.
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Pope Paul III called a meeting of church leaders in the city of Trent in Italy. Pope Paul III wanted to clearly define church doctrine .
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During this time, people accused of being witches were put on trial. The punishment for being a witch was death.
