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When did the European Renaissance and Enlightenment occur? What is the difference?
The Renaissance took place in 14/ 17 century, which was the first ideological emancipation movement in Europe. It holds high the banner of humanitarianism, advocates people-oriented and opposes taking God as the center.
The Enlightenment took place in the18th century, which was another ideological emancipation movement in Europe. This movement lashed out at the Catholic Church and autocratic monarchy, and put forward the slogan of freedom, democracy and equality.