Why a Holy keyword? "Enlightenment" generally refers to reason and logic, things that don't always get along with established religion.
From a historical standpoint, ages of enlightenment generally involve populaces taking steps forward and abandoning old ways, often with nations benefiting together from one another's discoveries and a general proliferation of new ideas. It does make sense that this card would benefit both players. It is odd that it should have such a cost when the gains are equal for both, however.