12 Questions
Which term refers to the final cause, addressing the ultimate purpose or telos of an object or action?
Causa finalis
What does Aletheia refer to in the context of technology?
Disclosure or truth
In Heidegger's philosophy, what does Seinsvergessenheit mean?
Forgetfulness of being
What does Ontology primarily study?
Nature of being and existence
Which term represents the act of bringing something out of concealment?
'Poiesis'
What does Bodenständigkeit mean in the context provided?
'Groundedness'
According to Jason Hickel, how can rich countries de-develop?
By sticking to quality over quantity
What is the main argument discussed by Martin Heidegger in his article, The Question Concerning Technology?
The essence of technology and its impact on human existence
How does Aristotle define human flourishing?
As the responsibility to advance one's best nature to achieve eudaimonia
What is the concept of de-development introduced by Jason Hickel about?
Advocating for slowing down consumption in rich countries for the benefit of others
What are some dimensions involved in the process of development according to the text?
Reorganization of economic and social systems and major changes in popular attitudes
What does Martin Heidegger highlight as a danger of technology according to the text?
How humans can be consumed by technology if they do not step back to reassess themselves
Test your knowledge on philosophical concepts such as human flourishing, the essence of technology, and de-development introduced by Aristotle, Martin Heidegger, and Jason Hickel respectively.
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