| Název předmětu | Philosophy Reading Group 19 (Love and the Meaning of Life) |
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| Kód předmětu | KFI/BPR19 |
| Organizační forma výuky | Seminář |
| Úroveň předmětu | Bakalářský |
| Rok studia | nespecifikován |
| Semestr | Letní |
| Počet ECTS kreditů | 4 |
| Vyučovací jazyk | Angličtina |
| Statut předmětu | Povinně-volitelný |
| Způsob výuky | Kontaktní |
| Studijní praxe | Nejedná se o pracovní stáž |
| Doporučené volitelné součásti programu | Není |
| Dostupnost předmětu | Předmět je nabízen přijíždějícím studentům |
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| Studijní aktivity a metody výuky |
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The quest to understand the meaning of life is a recurrent theme in many different fields of knowledge because it is an integral part of the human condition. This course will explore the different philosophical and religious schools of thought covering the degrees of love (mainly, eros, philia, and agape) and the universal question, what is the meaning of life? We will read from an array of texts and diverse traditions both in the East and in the West. We will think critically about their unique responses, especially we will take their ideas seriously by reflecting upon the relevance of their teachings to our lives. In this course, we will analyze and evaluate each selected theory on love and the meaning of life using classical and contemporary texts such as Eric Fromm's The Art of Loving, M. L. King's Strength to Love, Thomas Merton's Love and Living, the XIV Dalai Lama's How to Practice: the Way to a Meaningful Life, and Joseph Runzo's Global Philosophy of Religion. In addition to philosophical readings, we will also use the responses from psychologists (Eric Fromm and Victor Frankl). In doing so, our interdisciplinary approach will enrich us through reflecting upon this ongoing quest on how to live a meaningful life even if life it is absurd, as existentialist thinkers such Sartre, Camus, and others believe to be the case. Everyday Life (the paths of self-discovery, self-actualization, and spiritual growth and transformation). Could it be that love in its most expansive form be the answer to all the deep questions about finding the real meaning in one's life? To love and to be loved. to serve humanity and the world without seeking anything in return. This altruistic view is simple, yet so complicated to put into practice. What can we learn from the wisdom of the great thinkers found in all ages and cultures? As Heidi Cobham concludes in her article, "the pursuit of love is the meaning of life."
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| Hodnoticí metody a kritéria |
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Students are expected to do the following if they want to get a good grade at the end of the semester: Attend classes (10%): Students are expected to attend classes and sign up on the sheet of paper at the beginning of the class. My policy of attendance is that students may miss up to 2 out of the 13 classes without any penalties. But once the student misses one more class the overall grade will drop one letter grade from A to B to C to D to F unless the student brings me proof of documentation from a doctor in case of illness. The student may fail the class if he or she misses a total of 6 classes which is almost half of the semester. Then, the student will need to repeat the class. Active participation in class (10%): Students are required to read all the material before coming to class. Be ready to actively participate in class discussions by sharing their thoughts with the professor and their classmates. How so? By asking good questions and sharing your opinions based on the reading material and your own research on the given topics. 4 short papers (20% each paper=80%): Students are required to submit 4 short papers (2 pages minimum and 3 pages maximum) based on the assigned readings. Which weakness and which strength did you find in each philosophical argument mentioned in the required chapters (see syllabus in Moodle)? Deadlines are important. Students will drop a letter grade each day it is delayed and is not submitted at the beginning of class. NOTE: In this seminar class there are no exams or quizzes but there are plenty of activities to learn from on how to improve your written and oral skills in English and to advance in your academic knowledge of the subject. |
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| Studijní plány, ve kterých se předmět nachází |
| Fakulta | Studijní plán (Verze) | Kategorie studijního oboru/specializace | Doporučený semestr | |
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| Fakulta: Filozofická fakulta | Studijní plán (Verze): Filozofie maior (2022) | Kategorie: Filozofie, teologie | - | Doporučený ročník:-, Doporučený semestr: Letní |
| Fakulta: Filozofická fakulta | Studijní plán (Verze): Filozofie minor (2022) | Kategorie: Filozofie, teologie | - | Doporučený ročník:-, Doporučený semestr: Letní |
| Fakulta: Filozofická fakulta | Studijní plán (Verze): Filozofie maior (2019) | Kategorie: Filozofie, teologie | - | Doporučený ročník:-, Doporučený semestr: Letní |
| Fakulta: Filozofická fakulta | Studijní plán (Verze): Filozofie minor (2019) | Kategorie: Filozofie, teologie | - | Doporučený ročník:-, Doporučený semestr: Letní |