The Self in Western & Eastern Thought (GROUP 3 UTS) PDF

THE SELF IN WESTERN & EASTERN GROUP 3  OUTCOMES Identify and familiarize the difference between Western and Eastern orientation. Recognize how Eastern and Western societies embrace thier diffirence.  Eastern and Western Philosophical Traditions EASTERN PHILOSOPH...

THE SELF IN WESTERN & EASTERN GROUP 3  OUTCOMES Identify and familiarize the difference between Western and Eastern orientation. Recognize how Eastern and Western societies embrace thier diffirence.  Eastern and Western Philosophical Traditions EASTERN PHILOSOPHICAL - systems emphasize interconnected and illusory nature of the individual self. These systems have their roots in ancient traditions like Hinduism, Buddhism, and Taoism. WESTERN PHILOSOPHICAL - exemplified by thinkers like Descartes, Kant, and Nietzsche, frequently emphasizes individuality and reason.  Major EASTERN Concept Truth and Reality: Truth is WESTERN ORIENTATION intrinsic and unchanging; ORIENTATION Truth and Reality: Truth is discovered through reason, the focus is on maintaining science, and progress. balance and harmony. Individualism: Values Collectivism: Emphasizes individual rights and collective responsibility, personal freedom. prioritizing family and social harmony. Rational Thought: Emphasizes logic, scientific Spiritual Insight: Focus on inquiry, and critical  Approach to truth Eastern seeking philosophies (such as Hinduism and Buddhism) focus on truth-seeking through the acceptance of ancient scriptures, teachings of wise sages, and traditional cultural norms, placing a strong emphasis on spiritual wisdom and philosophical teachings passed down through generations. Western cultures, influenced by the Enlightenment and scientific revolution, prioritize the pursuit of knowledge through the scientific method, rational inquiry, and evidence-based reasoning and experimentation. Western societies value critical thinking and empirical  Seeking Balance vs. Discovering "The Truth" *Eastern cultures focus on finding harmony and balance with nature, as shown in ideas like Yin and Yang in Chinese philosophy and Dharma in Hinduism. They value a way of life that seeks balance between opposing forces. *Western societies concentrate on discovering absolute truths and universal rules, relying on careful thinking, analysis, and debate to reach clear conclusions.  Individual Rights vs. Social Responsibility WESTERN EASTERN CULTURES SOCIETIES - characterized by a strong - greater emphasis on emphasis on individual social harmony and rights,especially in the societal well being. There context of liberal may be a greater democracies. Personal emphasis on social autonomy, freedom of responsibility in some choice,and the defense of Eastern societies, where individual rights and people are expected to liberties are highly valued put the needs of their  The Gist Eastern Western Collectiv Orientation Orientation Individuali Spiritual ist Hands- stic Customs and traditions Western living principles on frequently have some frequently place an emphasis on fundamental precepts in individuality, reason, and common that serve as a a focus on achieving person's compass in life. personal goals and While each tradition has fulfillment, despite being its own distinctive varied and multifaceted. elements, some basic Western-oriented living  Eastern Western Orientation 1. Harmony and Balance: Orientation 1. Individualism 2. Non-attachment 2. Rationality and Critical 3. Mindfulness and Thinking Presence 3. Human Rights and 4. Compassion and Freedom Kindness 4. Democracy and Rule of 5. Self-reflection and Inner Law Inquiry 5. Progress and Innovation 6. Humility and 6. Achievement and Humbleness Success 7. Respect for Elders and 7. Material Prosperity Ancestors 8. Egalitarianism 8. Acceptance of 9. Secularism and Separation of Church and  Eastern Western Orientation Orientation Eastern cultures live Western cultures, not all more peacefully, people or communities within contentedly, and these societies can use them. spiritually enlightened Nevertheless, these guiding lives. They offer a principles continue to have an structure for developing impact on modern Western oneself, acting morally, thought and lifestyle and have and comprehending had a significant impact on oneself and the world the growth and character of better. Western civilizations. THANK YOU!