Medieval and Renaissance Views
Jul 18, 2024 ·
7m 24s
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In this episode, we explore the views on the Earth's shape held by Medieval and Renaissance scholars, examining the debates among key figures and the influential texts that contributed to...
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In this episode, we explore the views on the Earth's shape held by Medieval and Renaissance scholars, examining the debates among key figures and the influential texts that contributed to the evolving understanding of our planet. We discuss the role of religious doctrine, the revival of classical knowledge, and the empirical evidence provided by scientific exploration, which ultimately led to the widespread acceptance of a spherical Earth.
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| Author | Jonathan Morris |
| Organization | Jonathan Morris |
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