UNIT 1 Lesson 1 HUMANITIES ARTS IN THE WESTERN CONCEPT
UNIT 1 Lesson 1 HUMANITIES ARTS IN THE WESTERN CONCEPT
UNIT 1 Lesson 1 HUMANITIES ARTS IN THE WESTERN CONCEPT
1. What subjects / human disciplines are being studied in humanities? Describe each.
The humanities include the academic disciplines of philosophy, religion, literatures,
linguistics, history, and the arts.
Philosophy – it is the systematic study of ideas and issues, a reasoned
pursuit of fundamental truths, a quest for comprehensive understanding of
the world, and a study of principles of conduct.
Religion – it is human being’s relation to which they regard as sacred,
holy, divine, absolute, spiritual, or worthy of special reverence. It is also
commonly regarded as consisting of the way people deal with ultimate
concerns about their lives and their fate after death.
Literature – it is a body of written works. This has been traditionally
applied to those imaginative works of poetry and prose distinguished by
the intentions of their authors and the perceived aesthetic excellence of
execution.
Linguistics – it is the scientific study of language and its structure,
including the study of morphology, syntax, phonetics, and semantics.
History – it refers to the study and interpretation of the record of humans,
societies, institutions, and any topic that has changed over time.
Traditionally, the study of history has been considered a part of the
humanities.
Arts – it is a creative activity that expresses imaginative or technical skill.
It produces a product, an object. Art is a diverse range of human activities
in creating visual, performing artifacts, and expressing the author's
imaginative mind.
3. Give at least four reasons why do we need to study science and humanities?
Through the study of humanities and social sciences, student will develop the
ability to;
Question, think critically, solve problems, communicate effectively, make
decisions, and adapt to change.
Have an understanding of the human experience and the relationships
between and among individuals and groups within a society
Expand our knowledge of human
cultures and help us understand what binds
us together and what differentiate us from
one another.
Seek answers to human questions
and further investigate on the solutions we
made.
The Vitruvian Man by Leonardo da Vinci is a male figure perfectly inscribed in a circle and a
square. This painting made by da Vinci illustrates what he believed to be a divine connection
between the human form and the universe.
ANALYSIS
The humanities and the arts are central to all human cultures throughout time. Their study
can facilitate deeper intercultural understanding and lay the groundwork for a civically engaged
life. They can also prepare you to think critically, act creatively, and succeed in a rapidly changing
world.
APPLICATION
ART IN MY LIFE
Art is an all embracing notion (music, painting, theatre, literature and so on). Art had the
most important role in the development of the mankind. The first were found on walls of ancient
caves. So we can guess that painting was the first way of art. Painting is the most understandable
way of art, because it gives us the most full and vivid impression.
Art can be a challenge: both frustrating and rewarding at the same time, leading to a
sense of accomplishment — or a determination to do more. Art can be a message: of politics, of
peace, of brutality or beauty. Art can be an escape, an idealization, or simply a means of play.
Art can be anything and everything you let it be!
The importance of art in our daily lives is very similar to that of music. Just like art, music
can make life extremely joyful and can have a huge effect on our mood. In the workplace in
particular, music is something that can help people set the mood for what they are about to do.
If you have something hard or difficult to work on or are feeling tired, an energetic song will likely
wake you up and add some enthusiasm to the situation. Similarly, when stress is high, many
people find that relaxing to calming music is something that eases the mind.