Enlightenment Project

The Enlightenment Project refers to a historical and intellectual movement in the 17th and 18th centuries that emphasized reason, science, individual rights, and critical thinking as means to improve society. It aimed to challenge traditional authority, religious dogma, and superstition by promoting knowledge, education, and evidence-based understanding. The movement laid the groundwork for modern democratic values, scientific inquiry, and human rights, encouraging people to think independently and seek progress through rational thought. Overall, it represents a collective effort to advance human capabilities and societal well-being through intellect and empirical investigation.