Module 1: Introduction To The Essence Values
Module 1: Introduction To The Essence Values
Overview
When we think of our values, we think of what is important to us in our
lives (e.g., security, independence, wisdom, success, kindness, pleasure).
Each of us holds multiple values with varying degrees of importance. A
particular value may be significant to one person but unimportant to another.
As a person with our own set of values, we must also be sensitive towards
others because what we have said above, what is important to us might not to
others. This module will tackle what values are, the fundamental values, and
how values are good. After studying this module, you shoukld be able to:
Lesson Objectives
Etymologically, the word “values” comes from the Latin word “valere”
which means to measure the worth of something. Values are the elements of
life prevailing the society.
Values are basic and fundamental beliefs that guide or motivate attitudes
or actions. They help us to determine what is important to us.
Example:
Thomistic View
Aristotelian View