Tagore, Rabindranath 1861-1941 creator Meyer-Franck, Helene 1873-1946 text utu 2012 monographic de 1 online resource : multiple file formats "Nationalismus" by Rabindranath Tagore is an insightful philosophical treatise written in the early 20th century. The work explores the concept of nationalism, particularly in the context of India and its historical social fabric, while critiquing the mechanistic nature of modern nation-states. Tagore delves into themes of identity, interconnectedness among races, and the moral implications of nationalistic fervor, contrasting Western ideals with Indian traditions. The opening of the text presents Tagore's philosophical reflections on the historical challenges and character of different peoples. He emphasizes India's unique struggle with racial diversity and social integration, portraying these challenges as opportunities for moral and spiritual growth rather than simply obstacles. Tagore critiques the mechanized operations of modern nationalism that prioritize power and material gain over genuine human connections. He warns that the ruthless pursuit of nationalism often leads to moral decay, urging a return to deeper human values that honor individual dignity and communal spirit rather than abstract nationalistic ideologies. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2012-10-02 Produced by Sandra Eder, Norbert H. Langkau, Jana Srna and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net Original publication data not identified Nationalism Nationalism -- India Nationalism -- Japan JC Original publication data not identified 89131911 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/40920 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/40920 UtSlPG 260607 20260610133933.0 40920