* less optimistic than Transcendental texts about mankind, nature, and divinity * much less confident about the notion that perfection is an innate quality of mankind * individuals as prone to sin and self-destruction * that nature is a deeply spiritual force (Dark Romanticism views it in a much more sinister light than does Transcendentalism) * the natural world is dark, decaying, and mysterious; when it does reveal truth to man, its revelations are evil and hellish. * frequently show individuals failing in their attempts to make changes for the better
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The Scarlett Leter by Nathaniel Hawthorne
nature, self reliance and the goodness of human beings
Transcendentalism emphasizes individualism, intuition, and the belief in the inherent goodness of human nature. It also promotes a connection to nature as a source of spiritual insight and wisdom. Additionally, it values nonconformity and the idea of self-reliance.
Emphasis on intuition and innate knowledge over external authority. Celebration of nature and its role in connecting individuals to the divine. Belief in individualism and self-reliance as essential to personal growth and progress.
The Matrix
Transcendentalists believe that truth is derived from intuition, personal experience, and inner reflection rather than from external sources like tradition or authority. They emphasize the importance of connecting with one's inner self and nature to uncover universal truths. Truth for transcendentalists is seen as a spiritual and intuitive understanding of the world, rather than relying solely on logic or empirical evidence.
transcendentalism
Transcendentalism
Predestination is not associated with transcendentalism.
Developed in the 1820s and 1830s, transcendentalism is a religious movement. Followers of transcendentalism believe people are their best when truly independent and self-reliant.
Transcendentalism was a style of writing that emerged from the Romantic style of writing, around 1840.