Question

Which characteristic of transcendentalism does the following statement by Amos Bronson Alcott exemplify?

Answer 1

Transcendentalism was a reaction to intellectualism and spirituality that emerged during the early 1800s. It is believed by transcendentalists that society has corrupted the purity of the individual, including in the way that the individual thinks and focusing on your true intuition is a way to go beyond that taint and find purity again. That's why the correct answer is

B) People should trust their intuition over their senses

It is not about gods, discussions or religion, but about one's true nature.

Answer 2

The answer is B. People should trust their intuition over their senses.