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Definition of Renaissance
Renaissance

A new birth, or revival.

The transitional movement in Europe, marked by the revival of classical learning and art in Italy in the 15th century, and the similar revival following in other countries.

The style of art which prevailed at this epoch.

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Renaissance Quotations

What we need in America is a renaissance. We need to go forward by going backward.
Stanley Crouch

Great effort is required to arrest decay and restore vigor. One must exercise proper deliberation, plan carefully before making a move, and be alert in guarding against relapse following a renaissance.
Horace

Historically, there had been many periods of Chinese Renaissance.
Hu Shih

I went to a restaurant that serves "breakfast at any time". So I ordered French Toast during the Renaissance.
Steven Wright

The mind of the Renaissance was not a pilgrim mind, but a sedentary city mind, like that of the ancients.
George Santayana

Renaissance Translations

renaissance in Spanish is renacimiento

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