is a great scholar He has mastered logic medicine law and theology This shows the Renaissance belief that human knowledge is powerful Faustus is not satisfied with ordinary learning He wants to know everything He wants to discover the secrets of the universe So he decides to learn magic He wants the spirits to bring him whatever he wants and answer all his questions nbsp Shall I make spirits fetch me what I please Resolve me of all ambiguities nbsp This thirst for knowledge is a clear Renaissance quality nbsp Faith in Human Power and Ability The Renaissance encouraged confidence in human power Faustus strongly believes that man can control nature and destiny He wants the spirits to bring him gold pearls and knowledge from all corners of the world He wants to build walls around countries and rule like an emperor These dreams show Renaissance optimism about human ability Faustus believes that with knowledge and magic he can become equal to God He even says nbsp A sound magician is a mighty god nbsp This shows the Renaissance idea that man is the center of the universe However Faustus goes too far and his confidence turns into pride nbsp Desire for Worldly Success and Pleasure Medieval people mainly focused on heaven and the afterlife But Renaissance people valued worldly success pleasure and fame Faustus shows this clearly He wants wealth honor power and pleasure on earth He sells his soul for twenty-four years of enjoyment During this time he enjoys royal courts plays tricks entertains kings and even desires physical beauty like Helen of Troy Seeing Helen he says nbsp Sweet Helen make me immortal with a kiss nbsp This line shows his desire for earthly pleasure instead of spiritual peace nbsp Individualism Individualism is a strong Renaissance value Faustus acts according to his own will He makes his own choices and follows his own desires No one forces him to practice magic or sell his soul The Good Angel warns him many times but Faustus chooses his own path This freedom of choice shows Renaissance individualism Faustus believes that he has the right to decide his future However Marlowe also shows that freedom without limit can lead to destruction nbsp Conflict Between Renaissance Spirit and Christian Belief The play also shows the tension between Renaissance values and Christian faith Faustus represents the Renaissance spirit He rejects traditional religion and turns to magic Yet he is often troubled by guilt and fear of hell The Good Angel and the old man tell him to repent nbsp Repent yet God will pity thee nbsp This conflict shows how Renaissance men were caught between new ideas and old beliefs nbsp In conclusion Dr Faustus is a true embodiment of the Renaissance spirit His love for knowledge faith in human power desire for worldly success and strong individualism all reflect Renaissance values At the same time Marlowe warns that uncontrolled ambition and pride can lead to ruin Faustus s tragic end shows that Renaissance aspirations need moral limits