Re-Interpreting Supernaturalism: Belief, Reason, and Reality

Re-Interpreting Supernaturalism: Belief, Reason, and Reality

Authors: Ms. Saba Kausar, Prof. Atul Mahajan

Department of Philosophy & Research Centre, R.T.M. Nagpur University, Nagpur.

ABSTRACT:-

In a world increasingly driven by scientific rationalism and secular ethics, the idea of grounding morality in something beyond the natural realm often seems outdated or irrelevant. Yet, as people immersed in both philosophical inquiry and contemporary social realities, we find that many of today’s ethical dilemmas—be it moral nihilism, the crisis of meaning, or the weakening of inner conscience—demand a return to deeper metaphysical roots. This is where the concept of Supernaturalism, often overlooked or misrepresented, becomes crucial. Far from being a relic of medieval thought, it offers a profound moral structure that doesn’t just prescribe right action but also nurtures the soul behind that action.

We chose to write this article not merely as an academic exercise but as a philosophical intervention—one that invites readers to reconsider the moral significance of the divine or transcendent in our lives. In doing so, we have focused particularly on Zoroastrian and Abrahamic doctrines—Judaism, Christianity, and Islam—because of their historical depth, ethical clarity, and enduring influence across civilizations. These traditions have long articulated a moral order anchored in the will of a supreme being, offering not only ethical codes but also spiritual resilience. Hence, this exploration is not only timely but necessary—for philosophy, and for life itself.

DOI link – https://doi.org/10.69758/GIMRJ/2509I9VXIIIP0082

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