"Rebirth or Revival"

                                   Renaissance,- from ri- again and nascere be born
                                                  Source:http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Renaissance
                                                                                 
 
     RENAISSANCE-(: column, round arch and domes) the term revival  is given to an era  of having their achievement in terms of their culture  spanning centuries. This idea  lies at the heart of all the achievements in renaissance; scholars, artists, scientists and architects believed that the way to greatness and illumination was through the study of ancient romans and greek. 
    The expressions of the renaissance spirit can be seen in sculptures, paintings and architecture of the period. Well it was one of the most colorful, vital, and exciting times in  our history. During this era, Martin Luther was popular and was  known because of his 95 thesis.This was very controversial during this period. By this time church  played again a big part. The thesis were used by Martin Luther to display his unhappiness with the church's sale of indulgences and  gave birth to protestantism. The thesis defied  teachings of the church on the matter of penance, the privelage  and the power of the pope. I remember my teacher when I was in high school told me that in that time indulgences were granted in exchange for donations to the church. Because they believe those people who committed sins will be excuse or they may release from all part of suffering coming to them in the purgatory if they will give donations in return,. Well like Luther I am against with that belief. But because in that time pope's were powerful Luther was being punished. 
    On the other hand, Filippo Brunellesci known as the Father of the renaissance period contributed the Florence Cathedral. The cathedral was  characterized as an octagonal drum, pointed profile and double shell. Renaissance is known for its best  artistics developments and the contribution of  the famous  Leonardo da Vinci and Michaelangelo  who inspired the term RENAISSANCE  as MAN.
    This era used 5 orders for their design. THese are Corinthian, Doric, Ionic, Composite and Tuscan.  Renaissance was also sub-devided in three periods.
Early Renaissance- Characterized as simple modular proportion, technological advancements, and designs clarity.
High Renaissance-harmony,clarity and repose.
Mannerism- sophistication, complexity and novelty.