Philosophy of Life Overview
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Which tradition believes that humans are made in the image and likeness of God?

  • Judaic and Christian Traditions (correct)
  • The Self in the Modern Period
  • The Theocentric Tradition - St. Augustine of Hippo
  • The Greek Rationalist Tradition

    • What did Socrates believe about the soul based on the text?

  • The soul is mortal and changes over time
  • The soul has no connection to the divine
  • The soul is divine, immortal, intellectual, and unchangeable (correct)
  • The soul ceases to exist after death

    • Which tradition emphasizes reason as the core aspect that sets humans apart from other beings?

  • The Self in the Modern Period
  • The Soul’s Origin and Home - Aristotle
  • The Greek Rationalist Tradition (correct)
  • The Theocentric Tradition - St. Augustine of Hippo

    • What did Plato believe about the mind and soul's connection to God?

    <p>Mind and soul are perfect and given in perfection with God</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In St. Augustine of Hippo's Theocentric Tradition, what is considered as the most important part of a person?

    <p>The will</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Feminism advocate for according to the text?

    <p>Equality of political and economic rights for women</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term 'philosophy of life' refer to?

    <p>An overall vision or attitude towards life and its purpose</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the Essentialist Model/Avocado View, what is a cornerstone of essentialism?

    <p>People and things possess inherent, unchangeable properties</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the Protean View compare human nature to an artichoke or cabbage?

    <p>Humans are like layers and have no central core</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which philosophical viewpoint emphasizes individual existence, freedom, and choice?

    <p>Existentialism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to Mitchell, what is important to modern thinking?

    <p>Pluralism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key characteristic of the Western View mentioned in the text?

    <p>Acceptance of moral absolutes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Traditions and Beliefs

    • The Judeo-Christian tradition asserts that humans are made in the image and likeness of God.
    • Socrates believed that the soul is immortal, engaging in a quest for truth and virtue.
    • The rationalist tradition emphasizes reason as the defining trait that distinguishes humans from other beings.

    Philosophical Views on Mind and God

    • Plato posited that the mind and soul are reflections of the divine, connecting humanity to God’s realm through knowledge and understanding.

    Theocentric Tradition

    • In St. Augustine of Hippo's Theocentric Tradition, love is considered the most important part of a person, guiding moral choices and actions.

    Feminism

    • Feminism advocates for gender equality, emphasizing the social, political, and economic rights of women.

    Philosophy of Life

    • The term 'philosophy of life' refers to an individual’s fundamental outlook, beliefs, and values that guide their actions and decisions.

    Essentialist Model

    • The Essentialist Model, or Avocado View, considers the essence of a person as crucial, where meaning derives from inherent qualities.

    Protean View of Human Nature

    • The Protean View compares human nature to an artichoke or cabbage, suggesting complexities and layers that define mankind, implying adaptability and change.

    Existentialism

    • Existentialism emphasizes individual existence, freedom, and choice, focusing on personal responsibility and subjective meaning in life.

    Modern Thinking

    • According to Mitchell, critical, interdisciplinary thinking is vital to modern intellectual discourse and understanding.

    Western View Characteristics

    • A key characteristic of the Western View is its focus on objectivity, division between subject and object, and a linear approach to knowledge and reality.

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    Explore the concept of philosophy as a lover of wisdom and philosophy of life as an attitude towards life. Reflect on human activities, time, and distractions. Learn about the Essentialist Model and Avocado View in philosophy.

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