Chapter 2, Section 1: Government, Political and Social structure of the Spanish Golden Age, By Michael Sales
There have been many eras in history that have made lasting impacts in history. One in particular was known for its arts, architecture, literature and its theatricals as well. This era became known as the Spanish golden age, to others it is known as the “Siglo de Oro” or the Golden century. The beginning of this era is not known exactly but sits somewhere around the 14th century, the ending is somewhere around the 17th century. Between these two estimated points in history numerous events have taken place with numerous figures as well between these two key points. Why this point in history lasted for so long is because of the many artistic …show more content…
This myth and the golden age were well known together because later down in history there was an expansion made by Medici rulers. In particular the “expansion was made by Cosimo I and Francesco I”(Puttfarken,1988). Through these two the idea of freedom, peace and happiness were to a straight ideal political system that was envisioned by these two figures. This and many more were the mindsets of those in this era. Though this is the mindset they chose to have, because of Spain’s economic structure not being strong at all it was difficult for this ideal system to come to pass because it was not possible. Not just in an economic sense but a social standpoint as well. There was an increasing in the popularity of “Culto” or Gongoristic speech among the populace (Wilson,1961). Another big change was constant wanting to create novels which ties back in to the era being known for its literacy. To achieve this many sacrificed the “comfort and common sense in their writing to be understood” (Wilson, …show more content…
In Robert Fiore’s book entitled, Drama and Ethos: Natural law Ethics in Spanish Golden Age Theatre, He goes into detail about the topic. “One popular concept common to these periods was that God guided man to his ultimate end” (Fiore 2). His meaning was that many of the Spaniards of the time believed in the idea of Monotheism. They believed that each individual person had a destiny to which they would be led by God. There was at the same time a large number of people who desired proof of this. He also stated, “In Spain of the sixteenth century, Secularism and insistent questioning of doctrine began to penetrate orthodoxy” (Fiore 3). He recognized that many people were turning towards the questioning of their religious beliefs. The Spaniards had a hunger and a longing to prove that the idea of religion and God was factual. They wanted to do so in order to strengthen the belief system of the time and for future generations to come. Much like many people today, they wanted and needed confirmation of their belief. “They preferred the study of theology and philosophy to that of history and science in answering the questions which were important to them” (Fiore 5). It can almost be compared to the beginning of the ideas of Atheism. In conclusion, the religious beliefs during the Spanish Golden Age ranged from the belief that one god would lead every
There have been many eras in history that have made lasting impacts in history. One in particular was known for its arts, architecture, literature and its theatricals as well. This era became known as the Spanish golden age, to others it is known as the “Siglo de Oro” or the Golden century. The beginning of this era is not known exactly but sits somewhere around the 14th century, the ending is somewhere around the 17th century. Between these two estimated points in history numerous events have taken place with numerous figures as well between these two key points. Why this point in history lasted for so long is because of the many artistic …show more content…
This myth and the golden age were well known together because later down in history there was an expansion made by Medici rulers. In particular the “expansion was made by Cosimo I and Francesco I”(Puttfarken,1988). Through these two the idea of freedom, peace and happiness were to a straight ideal political system that was envisioned by these two figures. This and many more were the mindsets of those in this era. Though this is the mindset they chose to have, because of Spain’s economic structure not being strong at all it was difficult for this ideal system to come to pass because it was not possible. Not just in an economic sense but a social standpoint as well. There was an increasing in the popularity of “Culto” or Gongoristic speech among the populace (Wilson,1961). Another big change was constant wanting to create novels which ties back in to the era being known for its literacy. To achieve this many sacrificed the “comfort and common sense in their writing to be understood” (Wilson, …show more content…
In Robert Fiore’s book entitled, Drama and Ethos: Natural law Ethics in Spanish Golden Age Theatre, He goes into detail about the topic. “One popular concept common to these periods was that God guided man to his ultimate end” (Fiore 2). His meaning was that many of the Spaniards of the time believed in the idea of Monotheism. They believed that each individual person had a destiny to which they would be led by God. There was at the same time a large number of people who desired proof of this. He also stated, “In Spain of the sixteenth century, Secularism and insistent questioning of doctrine began to penetrate orthodoxy” (Fiore 3). He recognized that many people were turning towards the questioning of their religious beliefs. The Spaniards had a hunger and a longing to prove that the idea of religion and God was factual. They wanted to do so in order to strengthen the belief system of the time and for future generations to come. Much like many people today, they wanted and needed confirmation of their belief. “They preferred the study of theology and philosophy to that of history and science in answering the questions which were important to them” (Fiore 5). It can almost be compared to the beginning of the ideas of Atheism. In conclusion, the religious beliefs during the Spanish Golden Age ranged from the belief that one god would lead every