PHI I Axiology

Introduction to Philosophy
Axiology- from the word axia meaning
values or worth. It is the study of
values, its nature, its kind and its conflict.

Triumvirate Values
- The true, the good and the
beautiful

Actuality of Values
- It becomes actual when recognized
by the subject (by a person)
- Ex. Stone is just something you
just see in the road but becomes
valuable when you see a stone that
can be sold or used as display.

Transcendentalism & Relativism

a. Transcendental values- they are
beyond changing times, space and
people. They are universal. Classic
example is the value of life.
b. Relative Values- No value is
universal. Values are dependent
on time and place.

b.a.Coventionalism- axiological
reality is based on the uniqueness
of cultures. Example is monogamy
versus polygamy.

Occidental Values- values of the
western hemisphere like
materialism, consumerism,
independence and autonomy.
Oriental Values- values of the
eastern hemisphere like frugality,
immaterialism, interdependence
and the emphasis on the collective.

Dimensions of Values

1. Cognitive- we have to know why
we value such
2. Affective- either we feel good or
bad about a particular value.
Example is when we feel good
towards honest people and feel
bad towards liars.
3. Behavioral- living by the value is
the true acid test if we really value
something.















Max SchelersHierarchy of Values
- According to the proponent, life is
well lived if we do not distort the
hierarchy because when we do, we
undergo values confusion.

Values Example
Values of the Holy
-absolute values
Belief,
adoration &
bliss
Spiritual Values
- Aesthetic,
moral, and
values of
pure
knowledge
Beauty,
science,
knowledge
gained from
reflection or
meditation
Vital Values
- Well-being of
the
individual or
community
- Vital feelings
Health,
vitality,
capability and
excellence
Pleasure Values
- Pleasant and
unpleasant
Sensual
feelings and
experiences of
pleasure and
pain

Note: We clarify values through the help
Schelers hierarchy. For your assignment,
watch the movie One More Try. Explain
the values manifested and try to evaluate it
using Schelers hierarchy.

Criteria of Values
1. Freely chosen.
2. Chosen among alternatives.
3. Chosen after due reflection.
4. Prized and cherished.
5. Publicly affirmed.
6. Incorporated into actual behavior.
7. Acted upon repeatedly in ones
life.

Are values taught or caught?
Both. We teach honesty in class by
reminding students of the consequences
of dishonesty. On the other hand, it is
caught. For instance, you see your mother
making sacrifices for your family and you
realize that you should also do.

Axiological Implications
1. Affirmative- positive effect of
adhering to that value.
2. Derogatory- negative effect/
unintended consequences of
values.

Assignment: List down 10 Filipino values and
provide the axiological implications of the
following values:
Values Affirmative Derogatory
Laughter Antidote to
stress
Form of
escapism