Welcome to the Renaissance!

1/3/2019

Daily Literary Quote
“In essence the Renaissance was simply the green end of one of civilization’s hardest winters.”
- John Fowles, The French Lieutenant’s Woman

Journal Prompt
Write a paragraph about a contemporary person (at least 20th century) you think is an ideal “Renaissance Man” (or Woman!) – someone who is accomplished in science, art, music, etc. – and why.

48 Comments

Katelyn

1/3/2019 10:06:47 am

Natalie Portman is the first person that comes to mind as an ideal Renaissance woman. She is a well known actress in some film industries. She is more than just an actress. She is a scientist, specifically in physics or astronomy. She is talented in the arts and is intelligent.

Nutt

1/3/2019 10:12:13 am

She sounds like a Renaissance woman to me.

Robyn

1/3/2019 10:13:03 am

She does sound pretty awesome

Nate

1/3/2019 10:07:25 am

Donald Trump is actually a fantastic example of a renaissance man. He’s filled for bankruptcy 3 times and yet is still a billionaire and arguably one of the best presidents this nation has ever had. With the economy booming and unemployment at an all time low, there is no doubt he has turned the tide on this country for good and better still to come.

Will

1/3/2019 10:10:47 am

I agree with you trump is definitely one of the best presidents this country has ever had

Jenn

1/3/2019 10:12:45 am

Cootos to you for believing in this so strongly.

Aimee

1/3/2019 10:13:38 am

Wow, cool beans.

Brandon Westfall

1/3/2019 10:08:47 am

I chose Neil Degrasse Tyson. He is an actor, astronomer, and teacher.

Kayla

1/3/2019 10:10:03 am

Why did you choose him though?

Nick

1/3/2019 10:12:22 am

Nice response

Kayla

1/3/2019 10:09:15 am

When I think of a “renaissance man” I think of Martin Luther King. He made a difference and changed the lives of so many people across the nation. He stood by what he believed in and helped those in need. He was respectful and kind and showed everyone that we are all equal.

Nutt

1/3/2019 10:14:10 am

MLK jr is a great example of a renaissance man. He touched many lives with his hard work.

Nutt

1/3/2019 03:44:23 pm

I only wish he could touch me

Brandon Westfall

1/22/2019 04:03:04 pm

I agree, MLK was a bit of a renaissance man.

Connor Born

1/3/2019 10:09:32 am

James franco is a modern day renaissance man. All actors are because they technically make a form of art for everyone to enjoy. But he is just one of the more famous ones.

Nick

1/3/2019 10:12:05 am

Good choice

Jennifer

1/3/2019 10:13:58 am

His brother is a hottie. But I agree with your choice.

Aimee

1/3/2019 10:15:07 am

Dave Franco all the way ;)

Robyn

1/3/2019 10:14:24 am

Isn’t a renaissance man supposed to be skilled in more than one area (I.e. the arts)?

Jennifer

1/3/2019 10:18:10 am

Might want to brush up on some facts, Robyn. He is also a filmmaker and has worked as a college instructor.

Hailey jo

1/3/2019 10:23:00 am

I did James Franco as well and he is skilled in MANY ways. American actor, filmmaker, college instructor!

Will

1/3/2019 10:09:37 am

Paul Robeson was a celebrated African-American actor, athlete, singer, writer, and civil rights activist. Chronicles Robeson's many achievements, ranging from playing with the NFL to graduating from Columbia Law School, performing on Broadway and in Hollywood films to founding the American Crusade against lynching as well as Council on African Affairs he was a renaissance man back when African Americans did not have the same rights as whites.

Kayla

1/3/2019 10:11:19 am

That’s cool.

Jennifer

1/3/2019 10:09:46 am

I believe that Martin Luther King Jr. would be considered a “Renaissance Man” for various reasons. He stood a strong ground for what he believed in, and impacted the lives of many others. He has become a person that many people admire. He fought for what he was passionate about until his last day.

Nate

1/3/2019 10:10:12 am

Nice

Aimee

1/3/2019 10:12:52 am

I also admire Martin Luther King Jr.

Nutt

1/3/2019 10:09:57 am

I believe Steve Jobs is a renaissance man. He created change in our world with modern technology and he is educated in other fields.

Robyn

1/3/2019 10:11:25 am

For a modern renaissance man, I’d have to go with Story Musgrave, most commonly known for his time as an astronaut, in which he achieved 6 space flights before retirement. However, he was also a biophysicist, a physiologist, computer scientist,public speaker and consultant to Disney’s Imagineering group.

Katelyn

1/3/2019 10:12:30 am

Sounds like an interesting life to lead.

Sarah

1/3/2019 10:15:47 am

He sounds awesome

Alexis Anderson

1/3/2019 10:19:04 am

He seems very versatile and intellectual.

Brandon Westfall

1/22/2019 04:03:35 pm

This man sounds interesting

Nick

1/3/2019 10:11:41 am

I think will Farrell is a moder day renaissance man he is an actor and makes movies for other people’s enjoyment.

Aimee

1/3/2019 10:11:41 am

Brian May who was the lead guitarist from Queen was a Renaissance man. He was very cultured in music and art. He played several instruments. He was named the best guitarist by Rolling Stones magazine. He also completed his Ph. D. In astrophysics and is now chancellor At Liverpool John Moores University.

Katelyn

1/3/2019 10:13:47 am

I didn’t know he had a Ph. D in astrophysics. Interesting.

Nate

1/3/2019 10:13:47 am

Sounds kinda like a nerd but queen had some good music so can’t argue

Cherish

1/3/2019 10:13:48 am

A good example of a renaissance man could be Brad Pitt. He has been an actor in many movies for many years. He has received multiple awards and nominations for his works. Along with being an actor, he has also helped in the producing of movies.

Sarah

1/3/2019 10:14:17 am

Dave Hopkins is a well known martial artist. He was one of the two students the guy who brought Kung Fu San Soo to America trained. Dave Hopkins has contracts to train different parts of the army and several police forces. I think he’s also a millionaire and has his own martial arts studios all over the country.

James

1/3/2019 10:14:57 am

Steve Jobs was a Renaissance man because he excelled in technology and business. He reimagined desktop computers and he excelled in business and marketing.

Connor

1/3/2019 10:15:53 am

Fascinating good pick

Brandon

1/3/2019 03:43:30 pm

LOOOL

Saymen

1/3/2019 10:15:20 am

Alebert Einstein is one of the greatest man of twenty century, he had many accomplishment for physics. He fond the formula E=mc squired on mas energy equivalence. He had an award for physics for his contributions to physics from Nobel prize to many more.

Cherish

1/3/2019 10:16:26 am

I agree that Einstein is a good example of a renaissance man

Alexis Anderson

1/3/2019 10:16:06 am

Ellen DeGeneres is a very influential woman. She is a producer, comedian, actress and television host. She has hosted award shows, along with recieving many award shows herself. She has won 30 Emmys and 20 people’s choice awards, that is more than anyone else has. She is kind and an overall a great individual.

Cherish

1/3/2019 10:17:00 am

I never thought of Ellen as being a renaissance woman

Hailey jo

1/3/2019 10:20:36 am

Agreed, she is an overall great person.

Hailey Jo

1/3/2019 10:19:34 am

James Franco is a 20th century renaissance man. He is know for many rolls in movies such as Rise of the Planet of the Apes, Spring Breakers, Oz the Great and Powerful, and many more. Franco also volunteers for the Art of Elysium charity, and has taught film classes at New York University, the University of Southern California. He was also a college instructor. He was named the face of Gucci men’s fragrance line.

Alexis Anderson

1/3/2019 10:20:11 am

He seems like a great example.

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