St. Paul University Philippines GEC 106 The Contemporary World Lesson 4 - The World of Ideas - 2023-2024 PDF

St. Paul University Philippines GEC 106 The Contemporary World Lesson 4 “The World of Ideas” Mark Klimson Lloren Luyun, PhD Instructor First Semester School Year 2023-...

St. Paul University Philippines GEC 106 The Contemporary World Lesson 4 “The World of Ideas” Mark Klimson Lloren Luyun, PhD Instructor First Semester School Year 2023-2024 St. Paul University Philippines Prayer Mark Klimson Lloren Luyun, PhDǀ The Contemporary World ǀ First Semester School Year 2023-2024 St. Paul University Philippines Paulinian Prayer God, our loving father, Grant us the grace to grow in Your love You called us to participate For the good of the Church In your saving mission and the service of the neighbor, And to make You known and and to remain faithful to You loved throughout the world. through your Son, Jesus Christ, In the Unity of the Holy Spirit We thank You for our Paulinian identity one God, forever and ever. that inspires us to be like Christ and to walk in the truth. Amen. Help us to stand firm in our daily struggle Mary, our Mother and Model, pray for us. to live our Christocentric Paschal St. Paul, our patron, pray for us. spirituality. Our holy founders, intercede for us. Forgive our failures to witness May the love of Christ impel us, now and forever. to your compassionate love and to surrender to your holy will. Amen. Mark Klimson Lloren Luyun, PhDǀ The Contemporary World ǀ First Semester School Year 2023-2024 St. Paul University Philippines GEC 106 The Contemporary World Lesson 4 “The World of Ideas” Mark Klimson Lloren Luyun, PhD Instructor First Semester School Year 2023-2024 St. Paul University Philippines Learning Objectives: At the end of the lesson, the students are expected to: 1. Analyze how various media drive various form of global integration. 2. Explain the dynamic between local and global cultural production. 3. Explain how globalization affects religious practices and beliefs 4. Analyze the relationship between religion and global conflict and conversely, global peace Mark Klimson Lloren Luyun, PhDǀ The Contemporary World ǀ First Semester School Year 2023-2024 St. Paul University Philippines Learning Objectives: At the end of the lesson, the students are expected to: 1. Analyze how various media drive various form of global integration. 2. Explain the dynamic between local and global cultural production. 3. Explain how globalization affects religious practices and beliefs 4. Analyze the relationship between religion and global conflict and conversely, global peace Mark Klimson Lloren Luyun, PhDǀ The Contemporary World ǀ First Semester School Year 2023-2024 St. Paul University Philippines Lesson Outline Global Culture and Media The Globalization of Religion Mark Klimson Lloren Luyun, PhDǀ The Contemporary World ǀ First Semester School Year 2023-2024 St. Paul University Philippines Lesson Recap Mark Klimson Lloren Luyun, PhDǀ The Contemporary World ǀ First Semester School Year 2023-2024 St. Paul University Philippines Lesson Recap Synthesis: All in all, the five stages of development of media have greatly influenced the globalization of culture. Media has produced and reproduced cultural products around the globe. Moreover, the increase in cultural interactions generated by media results in outcomes that exhibit the vigor of local cultures influenced by the global culture. Mark Klimson Lloren Luyun, PhDǀ The Contemporary World ǀ First Semester School Year 2023-2024 St. Paul University Philippines Lesson Outline Global Culture and Media The Globalization of Religion Mark Klimson Lloren Luyun, PhDǀ The Contemporary World ǀ First Semester School Year 2023-2024 St. Paul University Philippines Learning Objectives: At the end of the lesson, the students are expected to: 1. Analyze how various media drive various form of global integration. 2. Explain the dynamic between local and global cultural production. 3. Explain how globalization affects religious practices and beliefs 4. Analyze the relationship between religion and global conflict and conversely, global peace Mark Klimson Lloren Luyun, PhDǀ The Contemporary World ǀ First Semester School Year 2023-2024 St. Paul University Philippines Learning Objectives: At the end of the lesson, the students are expected to: 1. Analyze how various media drive various form of global integration. 2. Explain the dynamic between local and global cultural production. 3. Explain how globalization affects religious practices and beliefs 4. Analyze the relationship between religion and global conflict and conversely, global peace Mark Klimson Lloren Luyun, PhDǀ The Contemporary World ǀ First Semester School Year 2023-2024  THE WORLD OF IDEAS Global Culture and Media Globalization of ofReligion The Globalization Religion Mark Klimson Lloren Luyun, PhDǀ The Contemporary World ǀ First Semester School Year 2023-2024  THE WORLD OF IDEAS Mark Klimson Lloren Luyun, PhDǀ The Contemporary World ǀ First Semester School Year 2023-2024  THE WORLD OF IDEAS crescent moon Om symbol or and star Aum symbol Ichthys star of David Mark Klimson Lloren Luyun, PhDǀ The Contemporary World ǀ First Semester School Year 2023-2024  THE WORLD OF IDEAS crescent moon Om symbol or and star Aum symbol Islam Hinduism and Buddhism Ichthys star of David Judaism Christianity Mark Klimson Lloren Luyun, PhDǀ The Contemporary World ǀ First Semester School Year 2023-2024  THE WORLD OF IDEAS Christianity Islam Hinduism and Judaism Buddhism Major Religions of the World Mark Klimson Lloren Luyun, PhDǀ The Contemporary World ǀ First Semester School Year 2023-2024  THE WORLD OF IDEAS Mark Klimson Lloren Luyun, PhDǀ The Contemporary World ǀ First Semester School Year 2023-2024  THE WORLD OF IDEAS What is religion? Mark Klimson Lloren Luyun, PhDǀ The Contemporary World ǀ First Semester School Year 2023-2024  THE WORLD OF IDEAS Religion (Britannica, 2023) -pertains to human beings’ relation to that which they regard as holy, sacred, absolute, spiritual, divine, or worthy of especial reverence. It is also commonly regarded as consisting of the way people deal with ultimate concerns about their lives and their fate after death. Reference: https://www.britannica.com/topic/religion Mark Klimson Lloren Luyun, PhDǀ The Contemporary World ǀ First Semester School Year 2023-2024  THE WORLD OF IDEAS What is globalization? Mark Klimson Lloren Luyun, PhDǀ The Contemporary World ǀ First Semester School Year 2023-2024  THE WORLD OF IDEAS Globalization - refer to the worldwide interconnectedness of all areas of contemporary social life. One of these areas is religion which entails a personal or organized system of religious beliefs and practices. Mark Klimson Lloren Luyun, PhDǀ The Contemporary World ǀ First Semester School Year 2023-2024  THE WORLD OF IDEAS Globalization - refer to the worldwide interconnectedness of all areas of contemporary social life. One of these areas is religion which entails a personal or organized system of religious beliefs and practices. Mark Klimson Lloren Luyun, PhDǀ The Contemporary World ǀ First Semester School Year 2023-2024  THE WORLD OF IDEAS Globalization affects religion in many ways: 1. The rise of religious nationalism 2. The return of religion into the public life 3. The proliferation of international terrorism 4. The increasing personalized individual religiosity Mark Klimson Lloren Luyun, PhDǀ The Contemporary World ǀ First Semester School Year 2023-2024  THE WORLD OF IDEAS 1. The rise of religious nationalism Nationalism was closely associated with a particular religious belief. Ex. Some of the basis of passing laws in the Philippines are based on Christianity. Mark Klimson Lloren Luyun, PhDǀ The Contemporary World ǀ First Semester School Year 2023-2024  THE WORLD OF IDEAS 1. The rise of religious nationalism The Family Code of the Philippines defines marriage as "a special contract of permanent union between a man and a woman entered into in accordance with law for the establishment of conjugal and family life." This definition is based on the Christian belief that marriage is a sacred union between a man and a woman. Mark Klimson Lloren Luyun, PhDǀ The Contemporary World ǀ First Semester School Year 2023-2024  THE WORLD OF IDEAS 1. The rise of religious nationalism The Reproductive Health Law provides access to reproductive health services, including contraception and family planning. However, the law also prohibits abortion, except in cases where the life or health of the mother is at risk. This is based on the Christian belief that life begins at conception. Mark Klimson Lloren Luyun, PhDǀ The Contemporary World ǀ First Semester School Year 2023-2024  THE WORLD OF IDEAS 2. The return of religion into the public life Religion goes beyond the administration of sacraments for Catholics and focuses more on the social concerns of the poor and the oppressed inside and outside the church. Mark Klimson Lloren Luyun, PhDǀ The Contemporary World ǀ First Semester School Year 2023-2024  THE WORLD OF IDEAS 2. The return of religion into the public life Ex. Catholic Liberation Theology It is based on the belief that the Catholic Church should be involved in the liberation of the poor and oppressed. Liberation theologians believe that the Gospel is a message of liberation, and that the Church should work to create a more just and equitable society. Mark Klimson Lloren Luyun, PhDǀ The Contemporary World ǀ First Semester School Year 2023-2024  THE WORLD OF IDEAS 2. The return of religion into the public life Ex. Islam Fundamentalism -it refers to a belief that Islam should be interpreted and practiced in a literal and strict manner. Islamic fundamentalists often believe that the Quran and the Hadith should be the sole sources of Islamic law and that Muslim society should be structured in accordance with these texts. Mark Klimson Lloren Luyun, PhDǀ The Contemporary World ǀ First Semester School Year 2023-2024  THE WORLD OF IDEAS 2. The return of religion into the public life Ex. Islam Fundamentalism Some common themes of Islamic fundamentalism include: A belief in the literal and strict interpretation of the Quran and the Hadith. A rejection of modern interpretations of Islam. A desire to return to a "pure" form of Islam. A belief that Islam is the only true religion. A rejection of pluralism and tolerance. Mark Klimson Lloren Luyun, PhDǀ The Contemporary World ǀ First Semester School Year 2023-2024  THE WORLD OF IDEAS 3.The proliferation of international terrorism International terrorism is the use of violence or the threat of violence to achieve political, religious, or ideological goals, and it crosses national boundaries. It can be carried out by individuals, groups, or states. Mark Klimson Lloren Luyun, PhDǀ The Contemporary World ǀ First Semester School Year 2023-2024  THE WORLD OF IDEAS 3.The proliferation of international terrorism Extremists believe that to fulfill God’s will it is their duty to achieve this through violence. Ex. In 2017, the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS), a known extremist group, triggered the locals of Mindanao to launch the Marawi Siege for five months. Mark Klimson Lloren Luyun, PhDǀ The Contemporary World ǀ First Semester School Year 2023-2024  THE WORLD OF IDEAS 4.The increasing personalized individual religiosity -refers to the growing trend of individuals developing their own personal beliefs and practices, often independently of traditional religious institutions. Mark Klimson Lloren Luyun, PhDǀ The Contemporary World ǀ First Semester School Year 2023-2024  THE WORLD OF IDEAS 4.The increasing personalized individual religiosity An individual need to rely on his or her beliefs and relationship with the supreme being Mark Klimson Lloren Luyun, PhDǀ The Contemporary World ǀ First Semester School Year 2023-2024  THE WORLD OF IDEAS Global migration also influences religion: 1. Deterritorialization of Religion 2. Easternization of the West 3. Global Trends Mark Klimson Lloren Luyun, PhDǀ The Contemporary World ǀ First Semester School Year 2023-2024  THE WORLD OF IDEAS Global migration also influences religion: 1. Deterritorialization of Religion -refers to the process by which religion is becoming less bound by physical space and territory. This is being driven by a number of factors, including: Globalization: The spread of people, goods, and ideas around the world has made it easier for people to connect with different religions and spiritual traditions, regardless of their physical location. Mark Klimson Lloren Luyun, PhDǀ The Contemporary World ǀ First Semester School Year 2023-2024  THE WORLD OF IDEAS Global migration also influences religion: 1. Deterritorialization of Religion -refers to the process by which religion is becoming less bound by physical space and territory. This is being driven by a number of factors, including: The internet and other technologies: The internet and other technologies have made it easier for people to access information and resources about different religions and spiritual traditions, regardless of their physical location. The rise of religious minorities: In many countries, religious minorities are becoming more visible and vocal. This is leading to a more diverse and pluralistic religious landscape, as people are more likely to be exposed to different religions and spiritual traditions. Mark Klimson Lloren Luyun, PhDǀ The Contemporary World ǀ First Semester School Year 2023-2024  THE WORLD OF IDEAS Global migration also influences religion: 1. Deterritorialization of Religion - Religious traditions in places where these previously had been largely unknown or considered a minority (Roudometof, 2014) - A cultural feature that blurs the lines between culture and place and thus transcends territorial boundaries. Mark Klimson Lloren Luyun, PhDǀ The Contemporary World ǀ First Semester School Year 2023-2024  THE WORLD OF IDEAS Global migration also influences religion: 2. Easternization of the West -The West, which is the starting point for the spread of world religious, is now the recipient of a new system of beliefs from the East. -There is also a rise in the number of believers of Asian, religions like Zoroastrianism, Confucianism, Buddhism, and Taoism. Mark Klimson Lloren Luyun, PhDǀ The Contemporary World ǀ First Semester School Year 2023-2024  THE WORLD OF IDEAS Global migration also influences religion: 3. Global Trends Respond to newfound situations. The use of social media as a tool for evangelization. Mark Klimson Lloren Luyun, PhDǀ The Contemporary World ǀ First Semester School Year 2023-2024  THE WORLD OF IDEAS Global migration also influences religion: 3. Global Trends The four distinct glocalization processes classified by Roudometof (2014) are: Vernacularization: The blending of universal religions with local languages. For example, the use of local languages in religious services and rituals. Mark Klimson Lloren Luyun, PhDǀ The Contemporary World ǀ First Semester School Year 2023-2024  THE WORLD OF IDEAS Global migration also influences religion: 3. Global Trends The four distinct glocalization processes classified by Roudometof (2014) are: Indigenization: The transformation of a universal religion to suit the specifics of a particular ethnic group. For example, the incorporation of local cultural elements into religious practices. Mark Klimson Lloren Luyun, PhDǀ The Contemporary World ǀ First Semester School Year 2023-2024  THE WORLD OF IDEAS Global migration also influences religion: 3. Global Trends The four distinct glocalization processes classified by Roudometof (2014) are: Nationalization: The construction of a link between the nation and church. For example, the use of religious symbols and imagery in national celebrations and ceremonies. Mark Klimson Lloren Luyun, PhDǀ The Contemporary World ǀ First Semester School Year 2023-2024  THE WORLD OF IDEAS Global migration also influences religion: 3. Global Trends The four distinct glocalization processes classified by Roudometof (2014) are: Transnationalization: Focusing groups on identifying specific religious traditions of real or imagined national homelands. For example, the formation of religious diaspora communities that maintain ties to their home countries. Mark Klimson Lloren Luyun, PhDǀ The Contemporary World ǀ First Semester School Year 2023-2024  THE WORLD OF IDEAS Peace & Conflict Mark Klimson Lloren Luyun, PhDǀ The Contemporary World ǀ First Semester School Year 2023-2024  THE WORLD OF IDEAS Globalization of Religion: Conflict Persons responsible for global conflicts used religious doctrines, dogmas and even sacred books’ verses to morally justify their actions. Juergensmeyer (2014) argue that conflicts are about: identity and economics privilege and power Mark Klimson Lloren Luyun, PhDǀ The Contemporary World ǀ First Semester School Year 2023-2024  THE WORLD OF IDEAS Globalization of Religion: Conflict Extremists – radical measures are necessary in achieving the will of God. Fundamentalists – men ought to return to very passages of its sacred books Nationalists- tie their traditions with their nation or homeland. Mark Klimson Lloren Luyun, PhDǀ The Contemporary World ǀ First Semester School Year 2023-2024  THE WORLD OF IDEAS Globalization of Religion: Peace The teachings of great religions on moral principles and values are NECESSARY tools for the: Doing away with greed Hatred Misconceptions Mark Klimson Lloren Luyun, PhDǀ The Contemporary World ǀ First Semester School Year 2023-2024  THE WORLD OF IDEAS Globalization of Religion: Peace The teachings of great religions on moral principles and values are NECESSARY tools for the: } Doing away with greed Hatred That are the root cause of conflict. Misconceptions Mark Klimson Lloren Luyun, PhDǀ The Contemporary World ǀ First Semester School Year 2023-2024  THE WORLD OF IDEAS Globalization of Religion: Peace The teachings of great religions on moral principles and values are NECESSARY tools for the: } Doing away with greed Hatred That are the root cause of conflict. Misconceptions Mark Klimson Lloren Luyun, PhDǀ The Contemporary World ǀ First Semester School Year 2023-2024  THE WORLD OF IDEAS Globalization of Religion: Peace Religious peacemakers do their task concerning about: Humanitarian Assistance and Faith-centered Interventions Mark Klimson Lloren Luyun, PhDǀ The Contemporary World ǀ First Semester School Year 2023-2024  THE WORLD OF IDEAS Globalization of Religion: Peace Religious peacemakers do their task concerning about: Humanitarian Assistance and Faith-centered Interventions Humanitarian Assistance GOAL: to help achieve peace by advancing poverty reduction and putting attention to economic equality Example: WORLD VISION, for example Christian humanitarian organization helping children, families and communities overcome poverty and injustice Mark Klimson Lloren Luyun, PhDǀ The Contemporary World ǀ First Semester School Year 2023-2024  THE WORLD OF IDEAS Globalization of Religion: Peace Religious peacemakers do their task concerning about: Humanitarian Assistance and Faith-centered Interventions Faith-centered Interventions The efforts of religious organization to mediate understanding and peace Example: Pope Francis of the Roman Catholic religion had an important role in the US-Cuba deal that ended the long conflict between the two nation-states. Mark Klimson Lloren Luyun, PhDǀ The Contemporary World ǀ First Semester School Year 2023-2024  THE WORLD OF IDEAS What are you questions? Mark Klimson Lloren Luyun, PhDǀ The Contemporary World ǀ First Semester School Year 2023-2024  THE WORLD OF IDEAS Agreement: Instruction: On white bond paper, choose one international religious organization. Paste a photograph that represents it and cite your source. Write a short description of the organization’s background, accomplishments, and future plans for humanitarian assistance. Mark Klimson Lloren Luyun, PhDǀ The Contemporary World ǀ First Semester School Year 2023-2024