1st Edition

Deconstructing Transhumanism A Religion Without Religion

By Michael G. Sherbert Copyright 2026
198 Pages
by Routledge

198 Pages
by Routledge

Deconstructing Transhumanism: A Religion Without Religion challenges the widely held view that transhumanism—a movement advocating for the enhancement of human life through technology—is purely secular and scientific. Instead, this groundbreaking study reveals how transhumanist thought remains deeply shaped by religious ideas, particularly those rooted in Christianity. Drawing on the philosophy... Read more

Acknowledgments Introduction Transhumanism’s Religious Structures: Rethinking Secular Narratives, Chapter One: Sacrifice: The Autoimmune Death-Drive in Transhumanism, Chapter Two: Sacrificing Human Life: The Transhuman Sacred (Without Sacred), Chapter Three: From Religion to Transhumanism: Anthropocentrism as Anthropotheism, Chapter Four: Messianic Machines of Faith: The Singularity as Event, Conclusion: The Dangers of a Transhumanist Religion without Religion, Bibliography, Index.

Biography

Dr. Michael G. Sherbert is an Algonquin of Pikwàkanagàn First Nation whose interdisciplinary scholarship explores the intersections of religion, culture, and technology, with a particular focus on the future development of artificial intelligence (AI) and emerging technologies. Dr. Sherbert’s recent work bridges traditional Indigenous perspectives with contemporary technological developments, offering a unique lens through which to understand the ethical, cultural, and religious implications of AI. Through his scholarship, he advocates for a more inclusive and culturally informed approach to technological innovation.