The Enlightenment was a philosophical movement that took place in Europe and subsequently the United States during the late 17th century and 18th century. It promoted ideas such as human reasoning, liberty and the development of the scientific method. This movement was highly skeptical of religion.
Although the abolition movement of the 19th century in North America shared religious beliefs among its members, it also promoted human liberty through the struggle for the liberty of slaves and the eventual achievement of equal rights among all citizens. A social platform that would eventually lead to the overall improvement of society.
