The Age of Enlightenment, also known as the Age of Reason, was an intellectual and philosophical movement that emerged in Europe during the late 17th and 18th centuries. It emphasized reason, science, and individualism over tradition and religious authority. Prominent figures of the Enlightenment sought to challenge existing social, political, and religious norms, advocating for principles such as liberty, progress, tolerance, and the scientific method.

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