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Western materialism is a philosophical and cultural perspective that prioritizes the accumulation and consumption of material goods and wealth as a measure of success and happiness. It often emphasizes tangible possessions and physical comfort over spiritual or intellectual pursuits. This worldview can lead to an emphasis on individualism and consumerism, shaping societal values and behaviors in many Western societies. Critics argue that it can contribute to environmental degradation and a lack of deeper fulfillment.
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What was the goal of Ayatollah Khomeini leading a revolution in Iran?
Ayatollah Khomeini felt that the Shah epitomized a Western culture of greed and materialism, because the Shah tried to establish a more secular government. As with many rulers, he accumulated vast personal wealth. Khomeini wanted to create a theocratic state in opposition to secularism.
Other societies have certain perceptions about American culture. They likely view Americans as?
Individualists who encourage competition, innovation, and materialism.
How did the Athenians feel about materialism?
Athenians had a complex relationship with materialism, often valuing intellectual and philosophical pursuits over mere wealth. While some Athenians embraced material prosperity as a sign of success, many philosophers, like Socrates and Plato, criticized excessive materialism, advocating for a focus on virtue and the good life. The tension between valuing material goods and prioritizing moral and intellectual development reflected broader societal debates in ancient Athens. Ultimately, while material success was acknowledged, it was often viewed as secondary to the pursuit of wisdom and civic responsibility.
Fundamentalist Muslims in Iran were opposed to the shah because he had what?
The fundamentalists in Iran felt that the Shah epitomized a Western culture of greed and materialism, because he tried to establish a more secular government. As with many rulers, he accumulated vast personal wealth. He also employed various means to suppress political dissent. It was ultimately the exiled Ayatollah Khomeini who in 1979 succeeded the Shah and established an Islamic religious government.
What was the western colonies?
there wasn't any western colonies. there were western territories.
What Western aspects of culture have spread throughout the world?
Modern clothes, the Western idea of materialism have spread throughout the world.
What has caused the growing disputes between Islamic values and Western materialism?
YOUR MOM....lol
Indian culture be different without western materialism?
Look man, Western Indians, are smart and rich, because we work so hard, now in this economy, Americans are going against Indians, just because we a re out shining them, western Indians rock
What is the meaning of materialistic?
Of or pertaining to materialism or materialists; of the nature of materialism.
What is the law of atheistic materialism?
It's not a law. Materialism and atheism don't necessarily have anything to do with each other; theistic materialism exists, and the materialism part is still the same (it's incidental that there is or isn't a god involved). See "What is Materialism?" to better understand that part.
What is meant by western materialism in the movie Gandhi?
Perhaps Gandhi's answer will help. He was asked after visiting and touring America, what impressed him most. He answered,"the size of their garbage cans".
Which does not pertain to communism denial of family or denial of materialism?
Denial of materialism
Who wrote the book materialism?
The book Materialism was written by Jorie Graham.
What phobia is the fear of materialism?
Hylephobia is the name of the phobia related to the fear of materialism
How materialism affects Christianity?
Christianity looks down on materialism as an obstacle to spirituality.
How do you use the word materialism in a sentence?
Materialism is the self-indulgent pursuit of acquiring possessions to the exclusion of helping others in need.
Is materialism a part of Buddhism?
Materialism in the relative sense is understood by Buddhists. Attachment and aversion to materialism is likely to lead to suffering as with any other composite phenomena.
