Philosophical study of moral values and rules is necessary to further understand and engage more effectively with others, more specifically, those outside of Christ. Knowing how to react in peculiar circumstances plays a significant role in ethics but is not the sole function.[1] Since the decline of classical pagan culture in Western Europe, mankind has constantly sought to answer questions of existence and purpose. Society heavily impacts one’s world view, as seen throughout history, moral values, expectations and even our sense of right and wrong change from generation to generation.[2] A person’s worldview shapes their belief system and how they prioritize their values which is evident in their actions. It is our view of the world, for the world. …show more content…
Harvard was named after a Christian minister.[5] Yale was started by clergymen,[6] and Princeton’s first year of class was taught by Reverend Jonathan Dickinson.[7] During this era the Church and the Bible play a significant role in the shaping of western society, with law being the major subject based on the application of the Bible as understood by the Church.[8] Most of the western world viewed the Bible historically, interpreting more literally than other worldviews as it is seen as God’s word and He is the ultimate authority. Theism, however, is not unique to Christianity. Islam, Judaism and Hinduism are examples of followers of scripture with a belief in a god which guides their conduct. Scripture is law, and adherents of this worldview, do what is commanded by