Self in Western and Oriental Thought
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Which perspective emphasizes the dichotomy between the body and the soul?

  • Neither Western nor Oriental
  • Both Western and Oriental
  • Western (correct)
  • Oriental
  • According to the Oriental concept of a human person, what is the relationship between individuals and society/universe?

  • Individuals have complete control over society and the universe
  • Individuals are fundamentally connected to society and the universe (correct)
  • Individuals have no influence on society and the universe
  • Individuals are separate from society and the universe
  • What is the main difference between the Western and Oriental concepts of self?

  • Western thought emphasizes the dichotomy of matter and spirit, while Oriental thought does not (correct)
  • Western thought focuses on collectivism, while Oriental thought emphasizes individualism
  • Western thought believes in the interconnectedness of all things, while Oriental thought does not
  • There is no significant difference between the Western and Oriental concepts of self
  • According to the Oriental concept of a human person, what is the importance of duty towards others?

    <p>Duty towards all others is a very important matter</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which perspective believes that everything that happens to the universe affects man and everything that man does affects the universe?

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

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