Historical Predecessors
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Historical Predecessors - Utopian Roots of Niertismus
Subtitle: From Tommaso Campanella's "City of the Sun"(1602) to Modern Visionary Thought
Tommaso Campanella (1568-1639), an Italian philosopher and Dominican friar, envisioned a futuristic society in his book "City of the Sun" (1602). This utopian masterpiece resonates with Niertismus principles:
Rational Governance: Campanella's city is ruled by reason and wisdom, aligning with Niertismus's Intelligence deity.
Science and Innovation: Citizens pursue scientific knowledge and technological advancements, mirroring Niertismus's harmony of ethics and innovation.
Equality and Cooperation: Resources are shared, and people work together for the greater good – Niertismus values community and collective progress.
Other influential predecessors include:
Plato: "*Republic*" - describing ideal harmonious society
Francis Bacon ("New Atlantis")(1627): Science-driven utopia
René Descartes: Rationalism and mind-body dualism echoes
Niccolò Machiavelli: Efficient governance hints at Niertismus's pragmatic ethics
- Also mentioning modern transhumanism and singularitarianism
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