Humanism Flashcards
(5 cards)
When did John Colet re-found St Paul’s School?
In 1509, endowing 153 boys to be educated. He appointed guildsmen, rather than clergymen, and governors, and created a curriculum. This echoed Petrach’s concept that education would aid mankind in living a godly life. It motivated the establishment of Corpus Christi College in Oxford and St John’s College in Cambridge.
Why was humanism intrinsic to training the most influential figures under Henry VIII?
The Crown required well-educated diplomats to communicate effectively with their overseas counterparts. Though, education remained restricting to the wealthy.
What was outlined in Thomas More’s publication, Utopia, in 1516?
This functioned as a radical condemnation of the land-owning elite and depiction of social hierarchy as a ‘conspiracy of the rich’.
How was humanism close to the King?
Katherine Parr had a humanist education and actively promoted religious reform. Henry employed John Cheke to tutor Prince Edward and Roger Ascham to tutor Princess Elizabeth, both being eminent humanists. He commissioned Pietro Torrigiano to produce the tomb effigies of Henry VII, Elizabeth of York and Lady Margaret Beaufort in the Italian Renaissance architectural style.
What did Erasmus publish in 1511?
‘In Praise of Folly’- a satirical scrutiny of societal norms and a condemnation of the misconduct of theologians and the Roman Catholic Church, straying from the teachings of Christ. It exposed the corruption of Supreme Pontiffs. He received little objection and was supported by More.
