Practicing Positivists positivism_pulse.1 · dlc008
The philosophy of Positivism has spread beyond the Positivist Church, with many …, …, and … adopting its scientific principles in order to fulfill their reformist ambitions.
Natural law was one of the first things to go under this new judge. One gavel stroke, and thus ended any claims to the "naturalness" of any man seeking recompense for damaged goods. If there was no explicit command from governance to do so, it was no law to be followed. Merely guidelines to be interpreted, until commands are set forth.
Military Science positivism_pulse.2 · dlc008
The practical and scientific nature of Positivism has led to the growing popularity of Positivist thought in the …. Many professors and officers in … military academies have begun to embrace the philosophy.
Through rational observation and a personal understanding, a leader can whittle the engines of war to a finely tuned calculation. A precise calculation of which artillery can put the right amount of ammunition on a target, with variables accounted for, for maximum effect and minimal casualties. Men supplied and armed with exactly what they would need, plus a little extra, and just enough motivation to storm a fort. Wars of the far future may become bloodier, but they will at least be efficient.
The New Generation positivism_pulse.3 · dlc008
The prevalence of Positivist teachings in … military academies has led to a generation of officer cadets in the … being educated in its principles.
"Captain, I hope you can explain a few things to me. You have your men reading about republicanism instead of drilling. Rather than practice for parades, they crow about theory. When given leave for worship, they paint. Why in God's name are you turning my soldiers into Sunday school debutantes?" "To be more flexible in the field, sir. I wish for the men under my command to survive without me. They must be able to think, if I am too dead to think for them."
Theory and Practice positivism_pulse.4 · dlc008
Several prominent Positivist reform advocates have become entangled in a dispute with the Positivist Church over their political activities. The orthodox stance of the Church is that its members should not be carrying out political activities outside of itself.
Two stacks of letters were on the Director's desk: one from the clerics of the Positivist Church, and the other from a loose assortment of practitioners somewhere in government. All of them were in one of a small group of subjects: denouncement of this rival, support of this ally, a plea for support, or a warning to stay out of a ploy. He reached for the decanter of rum. Politics, it seems, is inherent to any Church.
Temples of Humanity positivism_pulse.5 · dlc008
The Positivist Church of … has petitioned to be allowed to construct an additional church in …. The proposed "Temple of Humanity" will serve as an important node of Positivist activities.
"There's already a temple in …, and now they want another in …? Surely there would be an inquisition upon us all for this." "I wouldn't worry. They sound like Catholics anyway. If there's an inquisition at all, they'll just take the priests and baptize them. Maybe that would be a real reason to attend Mass on Sunday." "You don't attend Mass on Sunday? What does your mother think of this?"
To Venerate Mankind positivism.1
…, a philosopher of the sciences at the École Polytechnique in …, has published a treatise on the reorganization of society along positivist principles.
"Viewed from the moral, scientific, or poetical aspect, it is equally valuable; and it is the only principle which can bring Humanity safely through the most formidable crisis that she has ever yet undergone. It will be now clear to all that the force of demonstration, a force peculiar to modern times, and which still retains much of its destructive character, becomes matured and elevated by Positivism." —Auguste Comte, A General View of Positivism
The Positivist Church positivism.2 · dlc008
…, a student of the philosophy of Positivism, has founded the Positivist Church of … in …. The Church's events have become a meeting place for Positivist intellectuals.
Pamphlets flitted from hands and into the streets of a new church. One side promises the end of moral anarchy, and the other heralds a new age of emancipation through learning. Armchair scholars, actual scholars, clerks and bankers alike found a forward-facing ideal. An ideal of progress as a goal, order as a foundation, and of love as a governing truth.
The Positive Epoch positivism.3 · dlc008
The work of the Positivists has deeply enshrined their principles within professional circles in …. The principles of Positivism are assured to guide … professional institutions for many years to come.
"A big day. A glorious day! One collective, one purpose. We have here today in this temple librarians and laborers, shopkeepers and spinsters, carpenters and clerks. What a big day to see so many working towards the betterment of our fellow man. So let us change the order of today's events: let us begin by offering each other the sign of peace."
A Peculiar Cult positivism.4 · dlc008
After a brief period of prominence, the Positivist trend in … has begun to decline, as middle-class reformers seek other frameworks to analyze their problems. With its fading popularity, the Positivist Church will soon be regarded as just another ephemeral cult.
For Sale: Temple of Humanity, deconsecrated. Beautiful location in the heart of …. Sturdy design and spacious, can host hundreds of like-minded people for any gathering. Perfect for an up and coming school. Open for inquiries.
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