John Valk
Worldviews: A Comprehensive Approach to Knowing Self and Others
Worldviews: A Comprehensive Approach to Knowing Self and Others
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This book explores the concept of worldview, its various aspects, and how it impacts, shapes, and influences individuals, communities, societies, and cultures. It argues that everyone has a worldview shaped by individual circumstances and situations, and that worldviews vary in content. It poses ontological and epistemological questions to highlight different (world)views on the nature of being and the human, and reveals how certain universal worldview beliefs are interpreted in particular contexts.
Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 307 pages
Publication date: 03 October 2022
Publisher: Springer Nature Switzerland AG
This captivating book delves into the intricate concept of worldview, exploring its multifaceted dimensions and profound impact on individuals, communities, societies, and cultures. Through a comprehensive approach, it examines a wide range of worldviews, including religious, spiritual, and secular perspectives, highlighting their vastness, depth, and complexity. Author John Valk asserts that every individual possesses a worldview, which is often shaped and influenced by personal experiences and circumstances. While worldviews share certain structural similarities, they differ significantly in their content, encompassing diverse metanarratives, teachings, ethics, and more.
As the book unfolds, it raises ontological questions to explore different (world)views on the nature of being and the human experience. It also delves into epistemological inquiries, shedding light on the sources of knowledge and certainty. By inviting readers to reflect on their own worldviews as they engage with the perspectives of others, Valk unveils how certain universal worldview beliefs are interpreted and contextualized in specific contexts. This thought-provoking exploration encourages readers to broaden their horizons, cultivate empathy, and gain a deeper understanding of the world around them.
Weight: 425g
Dimension: 210 x 148 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783030824938
Edition number: 1st ed. 2021
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