Existentialism, Axiology,
Perennialism
Agenda
• EXISTENTIALISM: Tingzon
• AXIOLOGY: Laparan
• PERENNIALISM: Sabang, Cahiyang
• SUMMARY: Salinas
EXISTENTIALISM
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Søren Kierkagaard
Jean Paul-Sartre
What is Existentialism?
Where is it derived from?
• Existentialism is a philosophical movement that
emphasizes individual existence, freedom, and
choice. It explores the nature of being, existence,
and human condition.
Existentialism is a
response to perceived meaninglessness and
alienation in modern society.
What is the key idea?
“Existence precedes essence.”, according to Jean
Paul-Sartre. This means that humans are born
without a pre-defined purpose or nature
(essence). We are born first, and then we figure
out who we are, and create our own meaning
through our choices and actions along the way.
What is the importance
of existentialism?
Existentialism encourages self-reflection, personal
responsibility, and the pursuit of authentic living.
It helps us grapple with questions of meaning,
purpose, and mortality, allowing us to live more
intentionally.
AXIOLOGY
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Max Scheler
Eduard Spranger
What is Axiology?
Where is it derived from?
Axiology is the study of value. The term comes
from the Greek words “axios” (worthy, valuable)
and “logos” (study, theory). It explores the nature
of values, their types (e.g., ethical, aesthetic,
logical), and how we come to value things.
What is its key idea?
Axiology seeks to understand the nature of
goodness, beauty, and other forms of value. It
encompasses ethics (the study of moral values),
aesthetics (the study of beauty), and logic (the
study of valid reasoning).
What is its key idea?
All three areas are concerned with how we
EVALUATE things. Whether it’s an action, a piece
of art, or an argument, we’re making judgments
about its worth or quality.
What is the importance
of axiology?
Axiology influences our choices and actions every
day. Our values shape our relationships, our
careers, and our overall life goals. Understanding
our own values helps us make informed decisions
and live a more fulfilling life.
PERENNIALISM
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Plato
Aristotle
Robert Hutchins Mortimer Adler
What is Perennialism?
Where is it derived from?
Perennialism is an educational philosophy that
emphasizes the enduring and timeless nature of
certain ideas and truths for these contain
WISDOM. It’s about timeless ideas that are always
important, like truth, justice, and beauty.
What is its key idea?
Perennialists think school should teach you how
to think clearly and be a good person. They
believe the best way to do this is to study the
“Great Books”—classic, important books from
history—along with subjects like math and history.
What is its key idea?
The idea is that these books contain timeless
wisdom and will help you understand important
ideas and learn to think for yourself.
What is the importance
of perennialism?
Perennialism encourages the pursuit of
knowledge and wisdom for its own sake. It values
intellectual development and the ability to engage
with complex ideas. It can foster a lifelong love of
learning and a deeper understanding of human
nature.
Thank you