Ciceronian Humanism

Ciceronian Humanism is an intellectual movement from the Renaissance inspired by the Roman thinker Cicero. It emphasizes the study of classical Latin and Greek texts to develop moral virtue, eloquence, and civic responsibility. Advocates believed that understanding ancient writings could help individuals become more ethical, wise, and engaged citizens. The movement values learning, critical thinking, and the pursuit of personal and societal improvement through education, reflecting Cicero’s ideals of harmony between philosophy, speech, and action.