The 25 Most Influential Ideas in Human History Ancient World (Before 500 CE) 1. The universe was created by a divine power. 2. Rulers govern by divine authority. 3. Moral law is rooted in religion. 4. Empires expand through military power. 5. Trade and wealth determine influence. Medieval Period (500–1500) 6. Greed corrupts the human soul. 7. Law and justice preserve civilisation. 8. Religious institutions shape knowledge and society. Early Modern Period (1500–1700) 9. The state must be feared to remain stable — associated with Niccolò Machiavelli. 10. Knowledge is power — expressed by Francis Bacon. 11. The universe follows scientific laws — strengthened by Isaac Newton. 12. Religious authority can be questioned — strengthened during the Reformation. Enlightenment and 19th Century 13. All men are created equal. 14. Government exists by consent of the governed — argued by Jean-Jacques Rousseau. 15. Free markets create prosperity — argued by Adam Smith. 16. History is a struggle b...
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