phalanstery (Meaning)

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phalanstery (n.)

An association or community organized on the plan of Fourier. See Fourierism.

The dwelling house of a Fourierite community.

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The phalanstery was a utopian commune proposed by Charles Fourier, aiming to create a harmonious society.
The phalanstery was designed to house approximately 1,200 to 1,500 people in a self-sufficient community.
Members of the phalanstery would work together cooperatively, sharing profits, and assigning tasks based on preferences.
Fourier believed that the phalanstery would eliminate social hierarchy and create a more equitable distribution of resources.
The phalanstery would provide communal facilities such as a dining hall, laundry, and school, promoting shared experiences.
Residents of the phalanstery would live in small units, with privacy and family life still intact.
The phalanstery concept sought to foster a sense of belonging and community while encouraging individual freedoms.
Several phalansteries were established in the 19th century, particularly in the United States, but faced challenges in maintaining financial stability.
The phalanstery remains an idealistic model of social organization, inspiring communal living experiments to this day.
Fourier's vision of the phalanstery continues to provide insights into alternative ways of creating a more harmonious society.

An association or community organized on the plan of Fourier. See Fourierism., The dwelling house of a Fourierite community.

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No antonyms found.

The phalanstery was a utopian commune proposed by Charles Fourier, aiming to create a harmonious society.

The phalanstery was designed to house approximately 1,200 to 1,500 people in a self-sufficient community.

Members of the phalanstery would work together cooperatively, sharing profits, and assigning tasks based on preferences.

Fourier believed that the phalanstery would eliminate social hierarchy and create a more equitable distribution of resources.