What is Anthroposophy?
The term “anthroposophy’ comes from the Greek “anthropos-sophia” or “human wisdom”. Steiner expanded an exacting scientific method by which one could do research for her/himself into the spiritual worlds. The investigation, known also as Spiritual Science is an obvious complement to the Natural Sciences we have come to accept. Through study and practiced observation, one awakens to his/her own inner nature and the spiritual realities of outer nature and the cosmos. The awareness of those relationships brings a greater reverence for all of life. Steiner and many individuals since, who share his basic views, have applied this knowledge in various practical and cultural ways in communities around the world. Most notably, Waldorf schools have made significant impact on the world. Curative education, for mentally and emotionally handicapped adults and children, has established a deep understanding and work with people who have this difficult destiny. Bio-dynamic farming and gardening greatl
The term “anthroposophy” comes from the Greek “anthropos-sophia” or “human wisdom”. Steiner expanded an exacting scientific method by which one could do research for her/himself into the spiritual worlds. The investigation, known also as Spiritual Science is an obvious complement to the Natural Sciences we have come to accept. Through study and practiced observation, one awakens to his/her own inner nature and the spiritual realities of outer nature and the cosmos. The awareness of those relationships brings a greater reverence for all of life. Steiner and many individuals since, who share his basic views, have applied this knowledge in various practical and cultural ways in communities around the world. Most notably, Waldorf schools have made significant impact on the world. Curative education, for mentally and emotionally handicapped adults and children, has established a deep understanding and work with people who have this difficult destiny. Bio-dynamic farming and gardening greatl
The founder of Waldorf education, Rudolf Steiner, was deeply interested in questions regarding spirituality and the nature of human existence. He believed in a spiritual philosophy he called “Anthroposophy.” Although this philosophy is not taught or advocated to students by the faculty, our teachers do study it during their training. Some parents become interested in learning more about Anthroposphy and find it helpful in developing a greater understanding of the principles on which Waldorf education was built – but that is by no means necessary or required to fully appreciate and benefit from Waldorf education.
25. Recommended Reading 1. What is Waldorf education? Waldorf education is a unique and distinctive approach to educating children. Waldorf schools teach all the traditional academic disciplines plus much more. These schools dedicate themselves to fostering creative thinkers who will engage life with confidence and curiosity and develop a strong sense of personal responsibility and reverence for life. Waldorf schools collectively form the largest and one of the fastest growing groups of independent private schools in the world. 2.
Anthroposophy is a philosophy articulated by Rudolf Steiner. In short, it posits three main claims: the human being is essentially a spiritual being; we are engaged, individually and collectively, in an ongoing process of evolution and self-development; and each person must seek expression in respect for the divinity present in all creation. While Waldorf schools are based on these ideas, anthroposophy is never taught to the students.
