German Idealism is a philosophical movement that emerged in the late 18th and early 19th centuries, primarily in Germany. It focuses on the role of the mind in shaping reality, emphasizing that our understanding of the world is influenced by our perceptions and concepts. Key figures include Immanuel Kant, Georg Wilhelm Friedrich Hegel, and Friedrich Schelling. This movement arose as a response to Empiricism and Rationalism, seeking to reconcile the two by asserting that knowledge is not just derived from sensory experience or pure reason. German Idealism has significantly influenced various fields, including philosophy, politics, and art.