Question

The Crusades brought about significant changes in medieval Europe. In this context, discuss the following:

(a) Advent of the Renaissance
(b) Economic prosperity.

Answer 1

Explanation:

In this, we will have to cover the importance of Crusades in relation to advent of the renaissance & Economic prosperity

(Key Concept: Crusades; Renaissance, economic prosperity)

Answer:

(a) Advent of the Renaissance:

• In the course of their travels to the holy land, the Crusaders came in contact with the superior civilizations and cultures of the Greeks and the Turks.
• They assimilated the best elements of these cultures and started the process of the revival of Western education and learning, paving the way for the Renaissance.

(b) Economic prosperity:

• The Crusaders got a taste of the luxurious lifestyle of the East. To meet the demand for luxury items, European traders began to establish trade links with the East.
• As trade increased, the economy of Europe flourished.