The Enlightenment was a cultural and intellectual movement that took place in Europe during the 17th and 18th centuries. It emphasized reason, science, and human progress. Enlightenment thinkers advocated for freedom of thought, individual rights, and the belief that society could be improved through knowledge and rational thinking.
They challenged traditional authority, superstition, and religious dogma, promoting ideas such as democracy, equality, and secularism. The Enlightenment had a profound impact on varios fields, including politics, philosophy, science, and literature, shaping the foundations of modern society.
