The Hypocrisy of Puritanism by Emma Goldman
The text critiques the Puritan values of colonial America, arguing that they were based on hypocrisy and repression rather than genuine moral principles. It contends that the Puritans' emphasis on individual salvation and moral purity led to a culture of fear, intolerance, and persecution, particularly towards women, Native Americans, and other marginalized groups.
By Emma Goldman · First published 1914 · Genre: Social Criticism, Philosophy, Political Commentary · 2,766 words
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Speaking of Puritanism in relation to American art, Mr. Gutzen Burglum said: "Puritanism has made us self-centered and hypocritical for so long, that sincerity and reverence for what is natural in our impulses have been fairly bred out of us, with the result that there can be neither truth nor individuality in our art."
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- Work type: Essay
- Author: Emma Goldman
- Date: 1914 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Social Criticism, Philosophy, Political Commentary, Historical Analysis, Feminist Literature
- Length: 2,766 words
- Structure: 1 section, 23 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Difficult (College Level)
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Genres
- Social Criticism — The book critiques the societal impacts of Puritanism on art, culture, and individual freedom.
- Philosophy — It explores philosophical themes regarding morality, human nature, and the consequences of repression.
- Political Commentary — The text discusses the political implications of Puritanism and its influence on laws and societal norms.
- Historical Analysis — It provides a historical perspective on the origins and effects of Puritanism in America.
Tags
Anarchism · Feminism · Social Criticism · Religion · Puritan Values · Hypocrisy · Morality · Sexuality · Free Love · Marriage · Women's Rights · Individual Freedom
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