Renaissance Art: Distinctions Between Pope and Nobleman
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An 8 page discussion of the similarities and contrasts of portraits of the Renaissance period. Contends that while the Church was a driving force in the art of the period, the distinctions between the portraits of Popes and noblemen are subtle. Equates the similarities as being a result of the familial backgrounds of many of the popes who were from the prominent families of the day and consequently walked a fine line between papal direction and societal status. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: PPpope.wps

The Renaissance, the Reformation and the Scientific Revolution
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A 5 page research paper that examine how these three periods of history reworked the nature of Western civilization and brought it from the Middle Ages into the modern era, by bringing about a totally different perspective on reality and instituting changes that are still evident in today's society and thought processes. Bibliography contains 4 sources.
Filename: 90change.rtf

Religious Symbolism in the Architecture of Westminster Abbey
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A 10 page essay examining the ways in which the Abbey plays a significant role both in the religious and political consciousness of the England. Bibliography lists 9 sources.
Filename: Westabb.wps

The Reformation In Germany And In England - Role Of The Renaissance
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This 3 page essay looks at the two Reformations of England and Germany. It also reviews the role played by the Renaissance in the events. Bibliography lists three sources.
Filename: Reforma.wps

HumanismÕs Contribution To The Reformation
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A 6 page paper discussing the role of humanistic thought in the Reformation. Many believe 'humanism' to be an arrogance embodied in an attitude that reflects the 1970s attitude of the 'IÕm OK, youÕre OK' ilk. Most of those would be incredulous to learn that humanism, far from being an arrogance of single human worth, was as a movement and attitude of believing that humans could be far more than they had been until the time toward the end of the Dark Ages. We know today that there are factions that agree only on few items aside from the basics of Christianity (i.e., Jesus is GodÕs Son), but todayÕs Christianity is largely based on the humanism that helped drive the Reformation more than 400 years ago. Bibliography lists 4 sources. MLuther.wpd
Filename: MLuther.wpd