The Philosophical Basis Of Naturalism

The Philosophical Basis of Naturalism is a book written by Arthur James Balfour, which delves into the philosophical foundations of naturalism. Naturalism is a worldview that posits that everything in the world can be explained by natural causes, without any reference to supernatural or spiritual entities. In this book, Balfour examines the assumptions and arguments that underlie naturalism, and critiques its claims to provide a comprehensive explanation of reality.Balfour begins by exploring the historical roots of naturalism, tracing its development from ancient Greek philosophy to the Enlightenment and modern science. He then examines the key concepts and assumptions of naturalism, such as materialism, determinism, and reductionism, and shows how they are often based on unproven or questionable assumptions.Balfour also critiques the naturalistic worldview from a moral and ethical perspective, arguing that it fails to provide a coherent basis for morality and human values. He suggests that naturalism is unable to account for the existence of objective moral standards, and that it ultimately leads to a nihilistic and relativistic view of ethics.Overall, The Philosophical Basis of Naturalism is a thought-provoking and challenging book that raises important questions about the assumptions and limitations of naturalistic thinking. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in philosophy, science, or the nature of reality.THIS 54 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: The Foundations of Belief Being Notes Introductory to the Study of Theology, by Arthur James Balfour. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766190528.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.