Beyondism: Religion from ScienceExpanding on his earlier work, Cattell applies the Beyondist viewpoint to major ethical questions. Starting from the premise that evolution is the fundamental process present in the universe, he explains that human evolution is governed by natural selection among groups, which in turn, is based upon genetic and cultural selection among individuals. Since natural selection of individuals is directed toward forming a viable group, the genetic and cultural shaping of individuals must fit the survival conditions of the group. The goal of Beyondism is to find these ethical and cultural conditions that are necessary for successful evolutionary adaptation and advancement. |
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... drama , literature , sport , and the emotional rituals of the revealed religions . Some of these - notably religion , with its tiresome ethical demands - add to the need for further outlets . But many of these have motivation from the ...
... drama , literature , sport , and the emotional rituals of the revealed religions . Some of these - notably religion , with its tiresome ethical demands - add to the need for further outlets . But many of these have motivation from the ...
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... Drama Circle , 1982 ) has recently questioned the authenticity of " modern art , " saying that " culture is largely social bonding " and that " it is the classical conservative perspective that is important in defining moral art , and ...
... Drama Circle , 1982 ) has recently questioned the authenticity of " modern art , " saying that " culture is largely social bonding " and that " it is the classical conservative perspective that is important in defining moral art , and ...
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... drama was selected as more significant than that of many other potential religious leaders . Although these beliefs , rituals , and myths belong to superstition , one may gain some idea of necessary dynamic function in maintaining even ...
... drama was selected as more significant than that of many other potential religious leaders . Although these beliefs , rituals , and myths belong to superstition , one may gain some idea of necessary dynamic function in maintaining even ...
Contents
Preface | vii |
Among Groups Not Individuals? | x |
What Has Group Competition To Do With Ethics | 13 |
Copyright | |
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