Pantheism Flashcards

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What is Pantheism?

The belief that the divine reality exists in everything.

When did Pantheism originate?

Around 1725-35.

When was the term 'Pantheist' first used?

It wasn't used until after the late 18th century.

How many forms of Pantheism are found in academic literature?

Many. Signup and view all the answers

List the forms of Pantheism listed in academic literature.

Panpsychism, Theomonistic Pantheism, Physiomonistic Pantheism, Immanent-Transcendent Pantheism, Transcendental or Mystical Pantheism. Signup and view all the answers

What is Panpsychism?

Nature as a whole is imbued with a consciousness. Signup and view all the answers

What is Theomonistic Pantheism?

Only God exists and the independent existence of nature is denied. Signup and view all the answers

What is Physiomonistic Pantheism?

Only nature or the universe exist, but they are referred to with the term 'God'. Signup and view all the answers

What is Immanent-Transcendental Pantheism?

God works through and is revealed through nature. Signup and view all the answers

What is Transcendental or Mystical Pantheism?

Only God exists and all that exists is God. Signup and view all the answers

What is Monist Physicalist or Naturalist Pantheism?

There is only one type of substance, and that substance is physical. Signup and view all the answers

What is Monist Idealist Pantheism?

There is only one type of substance, and that substance is mental or spiritual. Signup and view all the answers

What is Dualist Pantheism?

There are two major types of substance: physical and mental/spiritual. Signup and view all the answers

When was the word 'Pantheist' first used in English?

1705 Signup and view all the answers

Who first used the word 'Pantheist'?

An Irish writer, John Toland, in his work Socinianism. Signup and view all the answers

List some famous Pantheists.

Albert Einstein, Margaret Atwood, Mikhail Gorbachev, Sitting Bull, Larry Hawking, Carl Sagan, Henry David Thoreau, Rachel Carson, etc. Signup and view all the answers

List some other cultures and religions based on Pantheism.

Taoism, Chinese, Japanese, Western Buddhists, ecologists, pagans, animists, native religions, Unitarian Universalists, Hinduism, Atheists, and Humanists. Signup and view all the answers

Where did Pantheism originate?

The Far East and American Indian and African cultures. Signup and view all the answers

Why don't Pantheists like to use the term 'God'?

They believe that the universe and nature are the same as 'God'. Signup and view all the answers

During the late 20th century, why did Pantheism experience a resurgence?

Due to the falling of communism and the receding of the traumatic memories of the wars. Signup and view all the answers

What caused the popularity and prominence of Pantheism in the 21st century?

The growing ecological crisis increased concern for nature. Signup and view all the answers

When was the Universal Pantheist Society founded?

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What organization formed in 1999 led to greater visibility of Pantheism?

The World Pantheist Movement. Signup and view all the answers

What makes Pantheism different from theism?

Pantheists deny the presence of a personal God while theists believe in a personal God. Signup and view all the answers

How is Pantheism different from Panentheism?

Panentheists believe that God is the universe, but He also created it and extends beyond it. Pantheists do not believe this. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Pantheism Overview

Pantheism is the belief in the divine reality existing within everything.
Originated between 1725 and 1735, with the term 'Pantheist' first used in English by John Toland in 1705.

Forms of Pantheism

Multiple forms of Pantheism exist, including:
- Panpsychism: Nature is imbued with consciousness.
- Theomonistic Pantheism: Only God exists, denying nature's independent existence.
- Physiomonistic Pantheism: Only the universe exists, referred to as "God."
- Immanent-Transcendental Pantheism: God works through and is revealed in nature.
- Transcendental or Mystical Pantheism: Everything that exists is synonymous with God.
- Monist Physicalist/Naturalist Pantheism: Only physical substance exists.
- Monist Idealist Pantheism: Only mental or spiritual substance exists.
- Dualist Pantheism: Recognizes both physical and mental/spiritual substances.

Cultural and Historical Context

Pantheism has roots in various cultures:
- Influential in Taoism, Buddhism, animism, and some Native American religions.
Resurgence in the late 20th century occurred after the fall of communism and easing of war-related traumas.
The 21st century saw increased prominence due to ecological concerns and crises.

Organizations and Advocacy

The Universal Pantheist Society was founded in 1975.
The World Pantheist Movement, established in 1999, enhanced the visibility of Pantheism.

Distinctions

Pantheism differs from theism by denying the existence of a personal God, while theism adheres to this belief.
Distinction between Pantheism and Panentheism:
- Pantheists do not believe that God transcends the universe, while Panentheists assert that God incorporates and extends beyond it.

Notable Pantheists

Famous figures associated with Pantheism include:
- Albert Einstein, Carl Sagan, Henry David Thoreau, Margaret Atwood, Mikhail Gorbachev, and Rachel Carson.

Terminology and Perspectives

Pantheists typically avoid the term "God" as they equate the universe and nature with divinity.
The ideology is seen as aligned with certain ecological and humanist values.

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