Power and Religion in Medieval and Renaissance Times

From the Roman Empire to the Age of Exploration, Europe underwent a profound transformation. The Middle Ages, once thought to be a time of superstition and social oppression, are now recognized as a dynamic period that shaped EuropeÎs political, social, economic, and cultural structures. As Christianity expanded its influence, these secular institutions also evolved, leading to urban growth, wars between city-states, and innovations in philosophy, science, literature, and many other fields.