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What is the primary belief of postmodernism regarding morality?
What is the primary belief of postmodernism regarding morality?
Postmodernism defines morality based on personal feelings and desires.
How did premodernism view the concept of authority?
How did premodernism view the concept of authority?
Premodernism viewed authority as centered in divinity or God, the church, and tradition.
What does modernism prioritize over other means of knowledge?
What does modernism prioritize over other means of knowledge?
Modernism prioritizes human reason as the supreme means of knowledge.
What was a consequence of the events starting in 1914 with regards to human control?
What was a consequence of the events starting in 1914 with regards to human control?
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According to the Bible, what serves as the standard for truth?
According to the Bible, what serves as the standard for truth?
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Study Notes
Postmodernism
- Defines the world based on personal feelings and desires
- Questions the existence of truth, morality, and objective reality
- Dislikes laws and authority
- Values individual experience and subjectivity
Premodernism
- Focused on the existence of a divinity (God/gods)
- Theocentric: God/gods, the church, and tradition were considered the ultimate authority
Modernism
- Emphasized human reason and logic as the primary source of knowledge
- Anthropocentrism: Humans became the center of attention
- Led to skepticism towards the church and traditional beliefs
Postmodernism & the 20th Century
- World War 1 and its consequences led to doubts about human control over the world
- "Truth is whatever you think it is" and "I can be whatever gender or race I decide" reflect postmodern skepticism
- Loss of trust in institutions and authority figures
The Bible's Perspective
- Offers a standard for truth and morality (Isaiah 8:20)
- God's Word provides guidance on what is right and wrong, regardless of personal feelings
- Contrasts with postmodern skepticism by offering absolute truth and objective morality
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Explore the contrasting ideas of Postmodernism, Modernism, and Premodernism in this quiz. Understand how each movement defines truth, morality, and authority while reflecting on their implications through the lens of the 20th century. Examine the Bible's perspective on these philosophical concepts.
