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The standard definition of intuitionism (especially in epistemology and ethics) generally refers to immediate, self-evident knowledge that does not require logical reasoning or empirical evidence. However, Rudolf Steiner’s "Cognitive Intuitionism" in The Philosophy of Freedom is fundamentally different in both method and application.

1. Standard Intuitionism (Common Definition)

  • Epistemology (Knowledge Intuitionism) → Truths are grasped immediately and self-evidently, often seen as innate (e.g., mathematical axioms or logical principles).
  • Ethical Intuitionism → Moral truths are known intuitively, without needing justification through reason or experience (e.g., G.E. Moore’s concept of "good" as an indefinable quality).
  • Passivity →…
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Cognitive Intuitionism, as presented in Rudolf Steiner’s The Philosophy of Freedom (TPOF), is a unique path of human development that emphasizes self-sustained, intuitive thinking as the primary means of attaining knowledge and guiding moral action. Unlike other paths that rely on external authority, faith, mystical experience, or traditional rationalism, this approach cultivates pure thinking as an organ of direct spiritual perception.

To understand how Cognitive Intuitionism stands apart, let's compare it to other popular paths of human development, including Steiner’s other esoteric path from Knowledge of Higher Worlds and Its Attainment.


1. Comparison with Other Popular Paths of Human Development…

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In physical astrology, a person's zodiac sign is determined by the position of celestial bodies at birth, influencing personality traits and life experiences. However, in spiritual astrology, the soul’s constellation is not fixed but evolves over time. It is shaped by the interaction of one’s soul mood and worldview, which together define how a person perceives and engages with reality.

Understanding this natural predisposition is essential, as it serves as a dominant influence on your inner life. For example, if your soul mood is Mysticism and your worldview is Idealism, your spiritual constellation is “Mysticism standing in Idealism”—a perspective that emphasizes deep, intuitive insights grounded in higher ideals.

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As life unfolds, a person progresses through the spiritual zodiac, naturally evolving…

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Process Of Elimination for Identifying A Dominant Mood


Your Mood reflects how you approach knowledge. Here’s a simple process of elimination to determine your dominant world-outlook mood: Compare two moods at a time and ask yourself—which approach am I more likely to take in my pursuit of knowledge?

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ROUND 1
Compare Mood 1 (Occultism) vs. Mood 7 (Gnosis)
answer: Occultism

Compare Mood 2 (Transcendentalism) vs. Mood 6 (Logicism)
answer: Transcendentalism

Compare Mood 3 (Mysticism) vs. Mood 5 (Voluntarism)
answer: Voluntarism

Mood 4 (Empiricism) is left unchallenged (it automatically moves to the next round).

ROUND 2
Compare the winner of 1 vs. 7 (Occultism) with the winner of 3 vs. 5 (Voluntarism)
answer: Occultism

Compare the winner of 2 vs. 6 (Transcendentalism) with Mood 4 (Empiricism)
answer:…

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Example: First compare the 4 major worldviews.

Question 1 (Materialism or Spiritism): Are you more influenced by the view that everything, including thoughts and emotions, comes from physical matter and natural laws, or are you more convinced that there is a deeper spiritual reality behind everything?
answer: Spiritism

Question 2 (Idealism or Realism): Are you more influenced by the view that ideas and higher ideals give life its meaning, or are you more convinced that the external world is real and exists independent of our thoughts, whether we fully understand it or not?"
answer: Idealism

Since Idealism and Spiritism are favored, these two are now compared.

Question 3 (Idealism or Spiritism): "Do you see life as meaningful because of the…

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The transformative and seemingly miraculous guidance gained from Cosmic Impulse Reflection, which includes a random card draw, does not require some kind of belief in mystical or magical forces but is grounded in psychological and philosophical science, unlocking deep insight and inspired action.

Randomly drawing a card for reflection and guidance can be understood as a psychological and spiritual tool rather than relying on magic. It becomes scientific and meaningful when it is framed as a method for fostering self-awareness, introspection, and creative insight, aligned with principles of human cognition and consciousness. Here's how this approach works without invoking belief in magic:

1. A Tool for Cognitive Reflection (Psychological Science)
     • Projection of Inner States: When a person reflects on a randomly drawn card, they unconsciously project their inner…

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In his Human And Cosmic Thought lectures, Rudolf Steiner emphasizes that peace is possible by acknowledging and understanding the validity of multiple worldviews. He identifies twelve distinct, justifiable perspectives on truth, suggesting that no single worldview can encompass the whole nature of truth. Steiner advocates for broadmindedness and the importance of experiencing the truth-value of different worldviews.

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