Re-Sacralizing Nature: A Comprehensive Framework within Dionysian Naturalism DRAFT
Re-Sacralizing Nature: A Comprehensive Framework within Dionysian Naturalism Wayne Martin Mellinger, Ph.D. DRAFT 11-7-2024 Abstract In response to the intertwined crises of environmental degradation and spiritual alienation, Re-Sacralizing Nature: A Comprehensive Framework within Dionysian Naturalism explores how Dionysian Naturalism (DN) employs re-sacralization as a transformative strategy for ecological renewal, cultural revival, and spiritual reconnection. This paper situates DN within the broader discourse of religion, nature, and ecology, analyzing the historical forces of de-sacralization—including Weber’s disenchantment thesis, scientific materialism, and industrial capi...