The Transcendental Temptation
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The Transcendental Temptation is a seminal work of secular humanism and skepticism in which philosopher Paul Kurtz critically examines religious and paranormal claims, arguing for a naturalistic, evidence-based worldview.
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book
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non-fiction book → philosophy book → work of secular humanism → |
| advocates |
evidence-based worldview
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rational inquiry → scientific method → |
| author |
Paul Kurtz
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| authorPhilosophicalOrientation |
secular humanist
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skeptic → |
| authorProfession |
philosopher
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| critiques |
astrology
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miracle claims → mysticism → occultism → prophecy → psychic phenomena → religious dogmatism → religious revelation → |
| genre |
philosophy
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secular humanism → skepticism → |
| hasPerspective |
humanist
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secular → skeptical → |
| influencedBy |
Enlightenment rationalism
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scientific naturalism → |
| language |
English
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| mainTopic |
critique of paranormal claims
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critique of religion → epistemology → naturalism → secular ethics → |
| notableFor |
defense of a naturalistic worldview
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role in contemporary secular humanism → systematic critique of transcendental claims → |
| opposes |
faith-based belief
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paranormalism → supernaturalism → |
| philosophicalStance |
naturalism
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scientific skepticism → secular humanism → |
| positionOnParanormal |
critical of paranormal claims
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| positionOnReligion |
critical of religious claims
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| supports |
critical thinking
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ethical humanism → human autonomy → |
| writtenBy |
American philosopher
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Paul Kurtz
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