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Why were paintings in the Renaissance almost always religious?

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Why were paintings in the Renaissance almost always religious?

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Artists need money to create. The churches had the money to support artists and get their churches decorated as well. Many of them actually supported an artist for many years. We have them to thank for all the beautiful paintings, stained glass windows, and the macnificent churches themselves.