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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... possible . Their racio - cultural adven- tures as such should be restrained as little as possible . There should be as high a degree of independence and freedom from conformity as is compatible with noninterference with others . As to ...
... possible . Their racio - cultural adven- tures as such should be restrained as little as possible . There should be as high a degree of independence and freedom from conformity as is compatible with noninterference with others . As to ...
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... possible , so that revolution , like war , though reduced in frequency , may still be a last resort method of adjustment . One problem here is the " glamour " of revolution , especially to the young and inexperienced . The addict to ...
... possible , so that revolution , like war , though reduced in frequency , may still be a last resort method of adjustment . One problem here is the " glamour " of revolution , especially to the young and inexperienced . The addict to ...
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... possible to set up machinery that will outlaw war , and people put pressures on their governments to avoid it . That is to say , if we are to have force , let it be the force of an international consortium , truly well armed . The need ...
... possible to set up machinery that will outlaw war , and people put pressures on their governments to avoid it . That is to say , if we are to have force , let it be the force of an international consortium , truly well armed . The need ...
Contents
Preface | vii |
Among Groups Not Individuals? | x |
What Has Group Competition To Do With Ethics | 13 |
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