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Lecture 3 culture affairs

The document discusses the relationship between culture and doctrine, defining doctrine as a codification of beliefs and highlighting the influence of religion on cultural values and norms. It presents historical examples of influential figures and their doctrines, while also addressing the potential decline of religion's role in shaping culture due to secularism and diversity. Additionally, it explores regional and national cultures, emphasizing their importance in understanding societal interactions and values.

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Lecture 3 culture affairs

The document discusses the relationship between culture and doctrine, defining doctrine as a codification of beliefs and highlighting the influence of religion on cultural values and norms. It presents historical examples of influential figures and their doctrines, while also addressing the potential decline of religion's role in shaping culture due to secularism and diversity. Additionally, it explores regional and national cultures, emphasizing their importance in understanding societal interactions and values.

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Agenda
Doctrine From Culture
Agenda

Lecture 3

- Definition of Culture and Doctrine


- Examples of Dictorine
- Religion and Culture
Introduction

• Every individual, group, community,


entity or society has its own set of
beliefs, especially political or religious
ones, that are taught and accepted by
them
Used Activities
• Reflection
Workshop
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Definition of Doctrine

• is a codification of beliefs or a body of teachings


or instructions, taught principles or positions,
as the essence of teachings in a given branch of
knowledge or in a belief system.
Sentences Examples of using doctrine
1. The government was founded on a doctrine of equality for all people.
2. Many psychologists now question the doctrines of Sigmund Freud.
3. Teaching religious doctrine to young people.
Examples of doctrine
• Pablo Picasso (1881 – 1973): Artist – Spain (He is one of the most
important pioneers of Cubism and invented collage too! If he wasn’t
painting, he was sculpting, printing, designing stage sets, writing plays or
poems too.)

• leonardo da Vinci is a man of many numerous talents! Some say he is the


smartest man to have ever lived. He gave us art, helped us understand
human anatomy (Mona lisa)
Napoleon Bonaparte (1769 – 1821): Military and political leader –
France

• Why is Napoleon important in world history? Napoleon invaded, and lost,


much of Europe during the Napoleonic Wars and oversaw a number of
changes in society and in the law. In post-revolution France, his code set
the first firm laws for property, families and individual rights. He made
many innovations in warfare and also created the metric system.

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Cleopatra (69 BC – 30 BC): Ruler of
Egypt
• Cleopatra, one of the most famous female leaders of all time, ruled Egypt for This Photo by Unknown Auth

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easy task. Her political, social and negotiation skills excelled both herself and
Egypt amongst many internal and external battles in a male-dominated society.

• Cleopatra changed the world by making Egypt wealthier and more powerful
through Rome’s resources, whilst proving that women can succeed in a male-
dominated culture.
Mahatma Gandhi (1869 – 1948): Activist
– India
• Mahatma Gandhi is the political activist who was the leader of the Indian
National Congress and ultimately led India to its freedom and independence
from British colonial rule. He has changed the world by being a strong source
of inspiration for civil rights movements through his non-violent non-
cooperation approach.
Culture versus doctrine
• When your beliefs make you unique and you tend to associate with people
who share your values, the culture becomes strong and sometimes we
don’t pause to consider the difference between culture and doctrine.

• Other times we use the culture to remain in a place of spiritual immaturity.

• While doctrine is foundational, culture is its expression.


Most popular word
• This isn't normal, and yet OK is possibly the most spoken word on the
planet; not because we say it a lot in the US, which we do, but also
because we say it a lot everywhere. So many other languages have been
like, yeah, actually, that one- that one's good we'll take that.
Religion and Culture

• Religion has played an essential role in shaping cultural values and norms throughout
history. From moral guidance to social expectations, religion has been a driving force
in shaping the beliefs, behaviors, and traditions of societies all around the world.
• Understanding the impact of religion on cultural values and norms is essential to
understanding what shapes the very foundation of our society and how we interact
with one another.
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• However, there are also indications that religion may become less
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influential in shaping cultural values and norms in the future. With the rise
of secularism and the increasing diversity of beliefs and lifestyles,
religious institutions may struggle to maintain their traditional roles as
arbiters of morality and social norms. Additionally, the growing awareness
of social and environmental issues may lead to a shift in focus towards
more secular values such as human rights and sustainability.
• There are certain religious cultures in the world today that do not oblige men and
women to live in communion but rather cut them off from one other in a search
for individual well-being, limited to the gratification of psychological desires.
• Furthermore, a certain proliferation of different religious “paths”, attracting small
groups or even single individuals, together with religious syncretism, can give
rise to separation and disengagement. One possible negative effect of the process
of globalization is the tendency to favour this kind of syncretism by encouraging
forms of “religion” that, instead of bringing people together, alienate them from
one another and distance them from reality.
• Religious freedom does not mean religious indifferentism, nor does it
imply that all religions are equal. Discernment is needed regarding the
contribution of cultures and religions […]. Such discernment has to be
based on the criterion of charity and truth”
• A politicization of religion would result in reducing the religious to the
political, leading to a short-circuiting of the distinction between the two
spheres.
Regional and national culture

• What is Regional Culture?


• Regional culture refers to the culture with obvious local characteristics
formed under different geographical environment and natural conditions.
Thus, Regional Cultures are those sharing common characteristics like:
 Language
 Religious beliefs
 Customs and practices
• Why is regional culture important?
It strengthens the bonds between varied regions, by doing comparative and statistical analysis. Moreover
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significance of regional history is ever extending and broadening the horizons of historical knowledge.
• What is national culture?
National Culture is the term we use to refer to a group of people who have been brought up within a given
country. In comparison to others, these individuals tend to share certain expectations of how things should be
done and values around these expectations.
• What is national culture and why is it important?
• National culture is an interconnected web of mental models that is
shared by national groups and transcends the individual. It is highly
influential in moderating the cognition and behaviour of groups and
individuals.
• Impact of Religion on Regional Culture
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• Religion has an impact on culture around the world, with different cultures and regions demonstrating unique religious
beliefs and practices that shape their cultural values and norms. From Christianity in Europe and the Americas to
Hinduism and Buddhism in Asia, religious traditions continue to shape the way communities interact and
operate.
• For example, in the Middle East, Islam plays a significant role in shaping cultural values and practices. The
five daily prayers, fasting during Ramadan, and the pilgrimage to Mecca are all important religious practices
that influence daily life and social interactions. In addition, Islamic law, or Sharia, is a guiding principle for
many aspects of life, including family relationships, business transactions, and criminal justice.
• Religion can intersect with politics and culture in complex ways, sometimes contributing to social turmoil
and conflict. In some cases, religious beliefs can shape political systems and cultural expectations, while in
other circumstances, religious beliefs may be used to justify political ideologies or cultural norms.

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