The Scientific Revolution took place during the 16th and 17th centuries. (Please note, in the ancient world Greek was the language to know for scientific studies). Understanding how to read Greek was key to scientific study. (Note: cultures were very important to learn about). Only scholars with knowledge of classical languages made progress. (Note: This wasn't true for all cases but MOST). Foreign exploration opened new channels of learning, and there were critical exchanges in ideas between the East and West.
