Author: Peter Staudenmaier
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Anthroposophist Spiritual Racism: Uehli
Ernst Uehli, a prominent anthroposophist, made significant contributions to spiritual racism. Learn more about his controversial work in this insightful analysis.
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Education for the National Community? Waldorf Schools in the Third Reich (PDF)
Explore the complex relationship between anthroposophy, Waldorf education, and National Socialism, revealing surprising similarities that led to opposition.
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Anthroposophical Spiritual Racism
Discover the unsettling ties between Waldorf education and Nazism as prominent anthroposophist Richard Karutz’s contributions to racial teachings are highlighted. Uncover the controversial links between Waldorf schools and the National Socialist movement, shedding light on the school’s nationalistic teachings.
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Antisemitism: A Very Short Introduction
Learn about the history of antisemitism in Central Europe and the challenges faced by Jews seeking emancipation in this insightful excerpt from Steven Beller’s book.
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Steiner & Krishnamurti
Explore the historical background of Rudolf Steiner’s rejection of Krishnamurti as the new World Teacher and delve into the racial ideologies at play in this crucial moment of theosophical history.
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Steiner’s Early Nationalism
Explore Rudolf Steiner’s early nationalist beliefs in Austria and their influence on his later spiritual teachings, as analyzed by Peter Staudenmaier.
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Anthroposophy and Ecofascism
Discover the controversial history of Rudolf Steiner and anthroposophy, including their relationships with the Nazi regime. Uncover the truth about their connections and the impact it had on their beliefs and communities.
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The Janus Face of Anthroposophy
In their response to Peter Waage, Peter Zegers and Peter Staudenmaier delve into the complexities of anthroposophy and challenge romanticized views.
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Anthroposophists and Antisemitism in Fascist Italy
Explore the fascinating history of the Center for the Study of the Jewish Problem during the Fascist period through the eyes of founding director Ettore Martinoli. Delve into Martinoli’s anti-Semitic views and his impact on Italian anthroposophists, questioning the legacy of Steiner’s racial teachings within the movement.
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The Art of Avoiding History
In response to critiques of anthroposophy, this text argues that the movement has a historical record of authoritarianism, elitism, and racism.
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English Summary of Peter Bierl’s “Pädagogik der runden Ecken”
Discover the various criticisms of Waldorf education in Germany by Peter Staudenmaier, addressing rejection of certain activities and ethnocentric content.
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Bibliography on the Applicability of “Occultism” As a Description of Anthroposophy
On the waldorf-critics list, July 20, 2006 “Re: the meaning of occultism” Baandje wrote:The only time I hear the word “occult” used today, is in conjunctionwith some fundamentalist group and whatever it is they happen to takeexception to. […]In all my years of involvement with various spiritual groups andindividual seekers of the spirit, I honestly…
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Race and Redemption: Racial and Ethnic Evolution in Rudolf Steiner’s Anthroposophy
by Peter Staudenmaier. Presented to the conference of the American Family Foundation, Atlanta, October 15, 2004. This article has been accepted by the University of California journal Nova Religio, and is not currently available from PLANS.
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Waldorf in the Nazi era
Discover the complex history of Waldorf schools during the rise of Hitler’s regime, where they faced scrutiny and closure due to their emphasis on individual thought. Uncover the surprising alliances within the Nazi party that both supported and opposed Waldorf education, shedding light on a lesser-known aspect of this tumultuous period in history.