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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... groups and indulge in conflict ) . In a species to a limited extent and in an organized group to a large extent , the survival of the group depends on capacities for interaction that are not relevant , or necessary , simply for the survival ...
... groups and indulge in conflict ) . In a species to a limited extent and in an organized group to a large extent , the survival of the group depends on capacities for interaction that are not relevant , or necessary , simply for the survival ...
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... group survival genetically . Ethics and eugenics may , indeed , have come into conflict . The altruism and self - sacrifice which strengthen the group immediately , may weaken it in the long run , if they aid the survival of the weak at ...
... group survival genetically . Ethics and eugenics may , indeed , have come into conflict . The altruism and self - sacrifice which strengthen the group immediately , may weaken it in the long run , if they aid the survival of the weak at ...
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... group accomplishment , or group survival in catastrophe , is not to be decided by feelings or trad- itional religious authority . If we are to remain rigorously objective and as scientifically guided as is presently possible , it has to ...
... group accomplishment , or group survival in catastrophe , is not to be decided by feelings or trad- itional religious authority . If we are to remain rigorously objective and as scientifically guided as is presently possible , it has to ...
Contents
Preface | vii |
Among Groups Not Individuals? | x |
What Has Group Competition To Do With Ethics | 13 |
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