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Naturalism is, as clear by its name, explain all the natural phenomena on the basis of natural laws. According to this view, Nature itself is the ultimate reality. Nature has been explained by means of motion and energy. The different phenomena in nature occur due to the motion and waves of electricity. Naturalism also accepts the principle of motion. It is also known as energism because of its acceptance of energy. According to energism, all the natural things are only different forms of energy. Naturalism is also known as positivism.

Definitions of Naturalism

1. Ward: "Naturalism is the doctrine that separates nature from God, subordinates to matter and sets up unchangeable cause as supreme."

2. Hocking: "Naturalism is metaphysics which considers nature as the whole of reality. It excludes what is supernatural or other world."

3. Dr. Prem Nath: "Naturalism is an attitude rather than a specific system of philosophy."

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