What 5 values are found in our modern society?

Answer 1

A useful table of value dimensions from basic human values theory (Schwartz et al., 2001):

• Universalism - Understanding, appreciation, tolerance, and protection for the welfare of other people
• Benevolence - Perservation and enhancement of the welfare of people with whom one is in frequent personal contact
• Conformity - Restraint of actions, inclinations, and impulses likely to upset or harm others and violate social expectations or norms
• Tradition - Respect, commitment, and acceptance of customs and ideas that traditional cultures or religion provide
• Security - Safety, harmony, and stability of society, relationships, and the self
• Power - Social status and prestige, control or dominance over people and resources
• Achievement - Personal success through demonstrating competence according to social standards
• Hedonism - Pleasure and sensuous gratification for oneself
• Stimulation - Excitement, novelty, and challenge in life
• Self-direction - Independent thought and action-choosing, creating, exploring
  

These can be rephrased in more general terms:

1. Tolerance and empathy for others
2. Honesty
3. Relationships
4. Success
5. Wealth

Some would say that religious belief is a key value, but belief systems are often at odds with tolerance. Success and wealth are not ethical values, but they are values nonetheless.