In today’s lesson, we explored the Renaissance period, focusing on its significance and the shift in perspectives from the Middle Ages. While Medieval people were primarily concerned with life after death, the Renaissance celebrated the importance of living in the present and individual capacities. The invention of the printing press by Johannes Gutenberg played a crucial role in spreading knowledge and literature, drastically reducing the time needed to copy manuscripts. Additionally, Italy emerged as a major center for trade and cultural exchange during this transformative period, leading to advancements in humanism and medicine.