Welcome to:-
Exploring Worldviews – a discussion Group
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What Is a Worldview? According to Collins Dictionary, it is “a comprehensive, especially personal, philosophy or conception of the world and of human life”.
Our group respectfully discusses the Big Questions, for example, “Why is there life on earth?”, “How can we tell if something is true or not?” "What is Religion?”, etc. There will be talks, but the emphasis will be on exploring answers to the many important questions that face us in life. Brief examples of World Views are given below. Offers to lead discussions and suggest topics will be welcome. If members prefer to just listen that is fine. All u3a members are welcome. The Group leaders are Ron March and Clive Topper email: [email protected] |
The Ancient of Days by William Blake, 1794. William Blake, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons
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Where: We are using two different rooms this year:
March, and June - HTPC, Lower Classroom.
All other months (no meeting in August) - Dorchester Youth Association
When: The 3rd Tuesday of the month.
Time: 10am to 12pm.
March, and June - HTPC, Lower Classroom.
All other months (no meeting in August) - Dorchester Youth Association
When: The 3rd Tuesday of the month.
Time: 10am to 12pm.
Worldview Examples (from https://www.masterclass.com/articles/what-is-a-worldview)
Different worldviews prioritise different aspects of the human experience. Here are just a few types of worldviews you might encounter:
Different worldviews prioritise different aspects of the human experience. Here are just a few types of worldviews you might encounter:
- A humanist worldview: A person’s worldview might be humanist if they prioritise the importance of human beings solving the big questions of existence for themselves. This stands in contrast to more religious viewpoints, in which people draw close to what they consider to be divine or enlightened answers to these questions from deities or inspired teachers.
- A naturalistic worldview: Some people believe the world is totally explainable through purely natural means. Naturalists also often take a stance of agnosticism or outright scepticism when it comes to any claims of the supernatural or divine.
- A postmodern worldview: When someone holds to a postmodern viewpoint, they likely consider the concept of worldviews to be totally subjective. In other words, it’s difficult to ground your point of view in anything beyond personal preference. This renders all beliefs and precepts equally valid.
- A religious worldview: People of faith base their worldviews around the values and dogmas espoused in their sacred texts. For instance, if you chose to espouse a Christian worldview, you would base your philosophical assessments of reality and ethical beliefs on the teachings and ministry of Jesus Christ. People of faith often turn to apologetics (or arguments in favour of their beliefs) to make a case for their worldviews.
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