Ralph Waldo Emerson's Philosophy and Influence

Episode 94 July 26, 2024 00:21:19
Ralph Waldo Emerson's Philosophy and Influence
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Ralph Waldo Emerson's Philosophy and Influence

Jul 26 2024 | 00:21:19

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Show Notes

Ralph Waldo Emerson was a gifted nineteenth century American writer who helped launch a movement of sorts called transcendentalism, in which the individual supplanted religious traditions and institutions. David George Moore argues that while Emerson’s work isn’t well known among Americans, his influence on our lives is incalculable. In this article, he offers suggestions for how Christians can address the ongoing challenges posed by Emersonian philosophy. Read this article online.

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