The last ten decades have witnessed a great philosophical change. Humanity has moved towards absurdity, fragmentation, and nihilism. Hyper-reality and techno-culture have dominated the scene. The value of life has vanished. Humanity fell in a great depression. Capitalism has the upper hand. The aesthetics of art and literature have been substituted by the visual domination and Para-literary human activities, such as comics, electronic music, and the movies with strong visual effects. Thus, humanity needed a strong shock for restoring its creativity, simplicity, ability to evaluate beauty, and regarding the value of life itself. Here, it was the appearance of what Donald Trump has named the “Chinese virus” which has reconsidered the human mentality and philosophy.
Table of Contents
1. Introduction to Corona Philosophy
2. Religious Matters in the Corona Age
3. The Relation Between Corona and Technology
4. Nihilism and the Corona Crisis
5. Political Perspectives and Conspiracy Theories
6. The American Dream and the Corona Virus
7. Ecology Philosophy: Gaia and Nature's Wrath
8. Eco-feminism and the Concept of Power-over
9. Globalization in the Corona Dilemma
10. Dystopia: Governmental and Personal Aspects
11. Literature in the Corona Age
12. Conclusion: The Rise of Coronism
Objectives and Themes
This work examines the profound philosophical, social, and political shifts triggered by the COVID-19 pandemic, exploring how the crisis fundamentally altered human perspectives on life, technology, and global structures.
- The philosophical transition from nihilism and absurdity to a re-evaluation of life's value.
- The contradictory relationship between humans and technology during periods of enforced isolation.
- The political and economic impact of the pandemic on the "American Dream" and global power dynamics.
- Ecological implications of the pandemic, specifically regarding the Gaia hypothesis and nature's resilience.
- The emergence of dystopian elements at both governmental and personal levels.
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The Relation Between Corona and Technology
The relation between Corona and technology has two contradictive relations. The first is strongly associated with technology’s ability to cope up with any disaster as appeared in “working from home phenomenon” during Corona crisis, besides the technological role in finding a treatment for the virus. Technology has proved its role as the pillar of Corona-society as it provides safe and fast way to work and communicate. On the other hand, the second feature of human-technology connection in the Corona Age is the state of rejection for technology created by humans who look forward to restoring their real life. Most humans even who deal with technology through “working from home” have tired of this technological isolated life. They want to restore their ordinary human life in which they react peacefully with the outer real world. Here, the sense of nihilism has begun vanishing due to the increasing value of the missing pre-Corona life.
Summary of Chapters
1. Introduction to Corona Philosophy: This chapter introduces the shift in human mentality from nihilism toward a newfound appreciation for life's value amidst the pandemic.
2. Religious Matters in the Corona Age: This section explores how the closure of places of worship triggered a resurgence in the spiritual sense of life among individuals.
3. The Relation Between Corona and Technology: This chapter analyzes the duality of technology as both a necessary pillar for survival and a source of fatigue in isolated daily life.
4. Nihilism and the Corona Crisis: This part defines nihilism in the context of the pandemic, where the threat of a microscopic virus rendered life seemingly meaningless for many.
5. Political Perspectives and Conspiracy Theories: This section examines the geopolitical tensions and conspiracy theories that emerged regarding the origin and spread of the virus.
6. The American Dream and the Corona Virus: This chapter discusses the erosion of the image of the United States as a global "super-country" unable to protect itself or the world from the virus.
7. Ecology Philosophy: Gaia and Nature's Wrath: This section highlights how the pandemic allowed nature to recover, validating the Gaia hypothesis of a complex, interconnected system.
8. Eco-feminism and the Concept of Power-over: This chapter explores how the pandemic challenged the traditional human domination over nature and other subordinates.
9. Globalization in the Corona Dilemma: This section critiques the failure of international cooperation and organizations during the initial outbreak of the pandemic.
10. Dystopia: Governmental and Personal Aspects: This chapter investigates how dystopian behavior manifested through governmental piracy and individual corruption during the crisis.
11. Literature in the Corona Age: This section discusses the inevitable shift in the literary arena as writers begin to process the social and psychological changes of the era.
12. Conclusion: The Rise of Coronism: The final chapter summarizes the transformation of the human perspective and the re-evaluation of freedom, technology, and man's place in nature.
Keywords
Coronism, Nihilism, Technology, Globalization, American Dream, Gaia Hypothesis, Dystopia, Ecology, Pandemic, Philosophy, Human Mentality, Capitalism, Conspiracy Theory, Eco-feminism, Quarantine
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the core subject of this work?
The work explores the philosophical implications of the COVID-19 pandemic, termed "Coronism," and how it has forced humanity to rethink its relationship with technology, nature, and societal values.
What are the primary thematic fields covered?
The text covers diverse fields including political science, ecology, religious philosophy, technology studies, and literary theory in the context of the global crisis.
What is the primary research goal?
The goal is to analyze how the pandemic functioned as a "shock" that restored human creativity and challenged established power structures and philosophical nihilism.
Which scientific methods are utilized?
The author employs a philosophical and sociological analytical approach, citing established theories such as the Gaia hypothesis and concepts of nihilism to frame current events.
What is discussed in the main body?
The main body examines the collapse of the American Dream, the failure of globalization, ecological recovery, and the duality of human interaction with technology during the quarantine.
Which keywords characterize this work?
Key terms include Coronism, nihilism, globalization, ecology, and the reassessment of the human connection to the natural world and technology.
How does the author define the "American Dream" in this context?
The author defines it as a national ethos built on ideals like democracy and equality, which faced severe skepticism due to America's perceived inability to handle the pandemic effectively.
What does the term "Coronism" imply according to the author?
Coronism refers to the new philosophical framework emerging from the pandemic, characterized by a redefined perspective on freedom, the value of real life, and a humility regarding human power over nature.
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- Mahmoud Sokar (Author), 2020, Corona Philosophy. Coronism Philosophy, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/974493
