Levinas criticizes the traditional notions of identity as egoistic, engenders exclusion and violence. Grounding one’s thoughts in autrui refocuses on ethical relations and emphasizes responsibility and openness. His idea that “the essence of discourse is prayer” suggests a humbling and pleading with the other for understanding in truly communicative acts and thus real relating and ethical behavior.
Journal 2: Motivations behind Decisions. There is a maximum of 1500 characters. 1. Do you believe that human beings are teleological, which means they have
Journal 2: Motivations behind Decisions. There is a maximum of 1500 characters. 1. Do you believe that human beings are teleological, which means they have a purpose? Explain why or why not. 2. Do you know anyone whom you think is an “ideal, virtuous person”? Describe that person’s character and