Chapter 2 Flashcards
mental acceptance of and conviction in the truth, actuality, or validity of something
belief
a statement that is taken for granted or a hypothesis that is assumed to be true and from which a conclusion can be drawn
assumption
a state of utter confusion or disorder characterized by a total lack of organization
Chaos
basic plan, scheme, or pattern that guides and controls function or development
Design
a truth known by actual experience or observation to exist or to have happened
Fact
something purposely meant to be done or brought about
intentional
fundamental, primary mental attitude from which all other
aspects of existence are derived, predetermined, and interpreted
mind-set
of, relating to, or stemming from a spiritual reality or import
not apparent to the intelligence or external senses
mystical
proceeding or derived from conclusions, judgments, or
inferences based on observable facts
rational
the quality or state of being that is actual or true and exists
independent of all other things and from which all other things
derive
reality
of or pertaining to the aspect of human existence that is
apart and distinguished from the physical nature
spiritual
Danish philosopher ________ __________ called a leap of faith (verb). And around that process we form our faith (noun).
Søren Kierkegaard
Concept of design
What do I believe about the nature and pattern of the universe?
Concept of Intent.
What do I believe about the plan behind the universe?
Concept of Personhood.
What do I believe about the intentionality of
my personal place in the universe?
