EUROPEANS AND METAPHYSICS
EUROPEANS AND METAPHYSICS
Author(s): Piotr SkudrzykSubject(s): Philosophy
Published by: Instytut Filozofii i Socjologii Polskiej Akademii Nauk
Keywords: Metaphysics; ideological zeal; Toynbee; trans-rationalism; European Union.
Summary/Abstract: Visions of reality and supernatural powers accompanied man closely throughout his pre-history and recorded history. The role of the higher religions in the history of human civilization is outlined in an appealing theory developed by Arnold J. Toynbee. Toynbee sees the need for a synthesis of today’s higher religions, a synthesis which should take effect in a trans-rationalistic spirit. The author of the article notes that, although there can be no greatness without the awareness of participating in greatness, uniting Europe is making no effort to build a modern metaphysical awareness to support its ambitious plan.
Journal: Dialogue and Universalism
- Issue Year: 2012
- Issue No: 2
- Page Range: 89-102
- Page Count: 14
- Language: English
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