Lesson 1: Theology and The Search for Meaning - Page 2 Flashcards
One of the many signs of the current brokenness pervading the world and the Philippines of today
The rise of the “post-truth” era
There is a brokenness within people and among people. This is found most evidently
in the growing trend of _________ & __________ that has poisoned our society
Individualism and Exclusivism
What cultural ideal is this wherein it states that:
“ Industrialized world is the self-made, self-sufficient, autonomous
individual who stands by himself or herself, not needing anyone else (except for sex) and not beholden to anyone or anything.”
The Cultural Ideal of the Western Industrialized World
Many people opt to choose a career, not because this is where they can promote change and social transformation, but rather because it has the best to offer in terms of MONETARY COMPENSATION.
Individualistic Vision
The value of persons is identified by ______________, ___________, & __________.
- how much they own,
- how much power they wield
- how much influence they can muster.
These are social media influencers, whose fame and following become ideals that many people
strive for
” Micro - Celebrities “
This age of individualism is an age of ___________.
Age of Insecurity
Why is the age of individualism considered to be the age of insecurity?
People of this time turn to new centers and categories of meaning
Looking for meaning in leisure and acquiring access to endless sources of pleasure.
Hedonistic Escapism
A mentality characterized by the disregard for opinions and ideas which are different from one’s own.
Exclusivist Tendencies
Showcase a kind of cultured distrust of others who are unlike us
Xenophobia
Signs of the trend for more privatistic tendencies that can become hindrances to an authentic search for meaning and purpose in the world.
Individualism & Exclusivism
There is a need for attention both to the “ other “. What does the OTHER mean?
- Other People
- Other Created Reality (God)
Birthed a troubling world, and the more we become absorbed in ourselves, the further away we come to finding our meaning and
purpose.
Privatism
Augustine
Domine Iesu, noverim me, noverim te.
“O God, let me know myself, so I may know you.”
