Kategorier: Alla - freedom - authority - continuity - humanism

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Humanism and reinassance

The concept of the great chain of being emphasizes a structured and hierarchical society, where every entity has its place and purpose. This idea was notably used to justify the absolute power of monarchs, such as Elizabeth I, who ruled during a pivotal era marked by the defeat of the Spanish Armada in 1588.

Humanism and reinassance

The great chain of being

legitimises the monarch's absolute authority

continuity

gradation

Plenitude

Humanism and reinassance

Elizabeth I

The Spanish Armada at Tilburry in 1588
A moderate way through religious conflicts, allowing great freedom of fate
strong, brave, wise

An ordered hierarchical society