System of Positive Polity, Vol. 2 (Classic Reprint): Containing Social Statics, or the Abstract Theory of Human Order - Couverture souple

Auguste Comte

 
9781332808922: System of Positive Polity, Vol. 2 (Classic Reprint): Containing Social Statics, or the Abstract Theory of Human Order

Synopsis

This book explores the concept of religion through a fresh lens, seeking to establish a comprehensive theory of human unity. The author argues that religion, in its most mature form, must satisfy the intellect, the imagination, and the emotions, while also governing the active powers of humanity. Moving beyond the limitations of previous religious systems like Fetichism, Polytheism, and Monotheism, the book proposes a framework for a new religion that integrates social and individual life into a harmonious whole. This innovative approach examines the evolution of religious thought, highlighting the progression from subjective to objective approaches to understanding the world, ultimately arriving at a theory grounded in the observation and understanding of natural laws. The book also emphasizes the role of religion in regulating and combining society, paving the way for a deeper exploration of social statics and dynamics. This groundbreaking work presents a compelling vision of a universal religion that fosters a unified and progressive society, offering a powerful critique of earlier systems and proposing a new path forward.

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9780266685289: System of Positive Polity, Vol. 2: Containing Social Statics, or the Abstract Theory of Human Order (Classic Reprint)

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ISBN 10 :  0266685285 ISBN 13 :  9780266685289
Editeur : Forgotten Books, 2018
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