Giddens argues that fundamentalism is a reaction to globalisation. He sees society as having moved to a “late modern” phase, in which globalisation has undermined traditional norms regarding the nuclear family, gender and sexuality. People are now faced with choice, uncertainty and risk and in this environment, fundamentalism flourishes as it promises certainty with its rigid, dogmatic beliefs. Giddens argues that globalisation increases fundamentalism by providing an alternative to the risk society of late modernity. Fundamentalists may reject some aspects of modernity, they embrace others in order to spread their beliefs, for example, through the Internet, email and electronic church, suggesting that fundamentalism does not represent a total rejection of globalisation and modernity.
Tone's Argument on Behalf of Irish Catholics (1791), suggested a fundamental alteration in one aspect of power at the time, that is, its religious basis, its exclusion of Catholics from conventional politics. Here is a longer extract from the same pamphlet, in which Tone outlines further his ideas about how the regime should be changed. On the evidence of this text, how revolutionary was Tone at this stage of his career? In 1789 the French Revolution, fought under the slogan “Liberty, equality, fraternity,”. Political agitation was fast gaining momentum.
The purpose of this analysis was from one point of view only a preliminary step toward a more adequate interpretation of man's moral beliefs. Even in the History of England, which was written at a later date, there is presented an abundance of evidence to show that it is the morals of a nation which more than any other single factor determines its destiny. The significance of moral standards is emphasized again in the Essays on moral and political topics, which were so influential in establishing Hume's reputation as a scholar and an author. Finally, in the two books which he wrote on the subject of religion, the implications with reference to morals are especially prominent. The
Both as important thinkers in Renaissance period, Machiavelli and Montaigne made The Prince and Essays works profoundly shaped by Renaissance humanism. Renaissance humanists re-embraced and again kindled their favour to classical literature, with which they came to be more human-centered and exalt human nature. In this way, they, on the one hand, sought to achieve outward perfection; on the other hand, persisted in inward inquiry into oneselves. The tendency toward perfection is well illustrated in Machiavelli’s The Prince, in which he provides guidelines to become a “perfect” prince. His contemporary thinker, Michel De Montaigne, puts more emphasis on his inquiry into himself.
Terrorism- a nationalist response to the effects of globalization Globalization of economy politics and social issues has made people and groups more insecure and uncertain. One main consecuence of that insecurity is to look for a personal identity and to search for a cultural identity. Globalization is the phenomenon that explains growth to a global or world wide scale(wordnetweb.priceton.edu). Nationalism is the loyalty and devotion to a nation; especially: a sense of national conciousness (www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/nationalism). 1.
Although Machiavelli’s political philosophy is received as cynical and unethical, the purpose of this work is to demonstrate that Machiavelli’s focus is not to provoke controversy or to imply cruelty as a way to conquer the state. Rather, his goal is to fulfill the necessities of the state by establishing a code of conduct that will lead to the preservation of the state and the respect of the people. As a result, his distinctive principle of power and authority, with the ultimate goal of preservation, brilliantly creates an original fusion of antique and modern rhetoric of power, which reflects the reality of the classical and modern world. Machiavelli has contributed to a large number of important discourses in Western thought: political theory most notably, but also history, principles of warfare, and diplomacy. Machiavelli may have been mostly looked through the frame of religious and moralist lenses, but the impact of his principles has been widespread and lasting in politics.
Julio Serrano EN-102 Prof. Ignacio Arana 4-22-09 Fascism: Unity through Power In our modern times, the word “Fascism” makes allusion to a specific period of time, in the last century, when the world was submerged in struggles and war. Although, this term is surrounded by controversy, the theoretical government created by the Fascist ideology could be a model to follow in different conditions. The Fascist movement rose at the beginning of the 20th century, and created a nationalist system using unity through strength. Fascism is often confused with racism, because radical fascist ideas suggest that strength is a quality of superior races. For a better analysis of the topic it is necessary to understand the theory of Fascism, its roots, the people, and how it has influenced the 20th century.
Humanism gives us a positive view of human beings and of their significant competence to be self-determining. This paper will explain how humanistic psychology, also known as the third force, is an approach that focuses on the basic concept that individuals are good and will seek out self-actualization but that finding self-fulfillment can be impacted by environment. The humanistic theory is guided by the belief of free will of human beings. This strong belief in free will has both positive and negative implications for the humanistic approach. The paper will show both positive and negative results that relate to the author's own insights and individualization.
We each had our own reasons why the humanistic theory was important to us. The first theory that we will discuss is the humanistic theory. As defined by Robert S. Feldman, “the humanistic theory is the conscious, self motivated ability to change and improve.” (Feldman, 2009, p.401) Humanistic theorists believe that along with peoples unique creative impulses make up the core of human personality (Feldman, 2009, p.401). For Daniel, this theory meant that we have a basic need and desire as humans, to try and achieve, and to be a good person. For Heather, it meant that the humanistic theory is not inherited but done by interaction.
The weaknesses of virtue ethics outweigh the strengths, discuss (35) The definition of a virtue is habitually doing what is right; being a virtuous person requires the practice of a certain kind of behaviour. There are a number of arguments for and against virtue ethics, most argue for the formation and growth of us via practical wisdom, which allows us to make the right decisions by using out conscience. Virtue ethics is mainly supported by Aristotle, Phillipa Foot and Alisdair Makentyre. Vitue ethics is based on different virtues which a person should possess in order to reach Eudemonia, Eudemonia should be the ultimate goal in everyone’s life as this leads to ultimate happiness and therefore a healthier and better society. One major strength of virtue ethics is that it allows the moral agent to make ethical decisions based on his or her moral well-being, not just based on what is legally right.