When asked about his worldview, Australian writer, Michael Leunig shared that “A world view is probably an expression of self”. I agree that one's’ worldviews stem from life experiences; however, more specifically, our worldviews come from our beliefs, which as we mature are adopted from those around us. Understanding the origins of our views can help us to evaluate and alter them in order to expand our knowledge and tolerance of other beliefs, cultures and social backgrounds. It can also alter our perception of the world in which we live by appreciating the progressive changes that have been made in society in terms of religious and cultural tolerance, gender roles and technology.
In the story of “Girl with a Pearl Earring”, the reader meets Griet, a young Protestant girl who is forced to become a maid in the Catholic home of the Dutch painter Vermeer. As a young woman growing up in the 1600’s in a strictly Protestant home, Griet is hesitant to work as a maid due to the poor reputation of maids and the distrust …show more content…
In the story, the city of Delf was strictly divided along the lines of class and religion. Griet was not exposed to the Catholic religion and was taught to distrust people of this faith. Growing up in a nondenominational home, my upbringing has not been influenced by religious doctrine. I am not distrustful or discriminatory of people based on their beliefs or practices and I look forward to meeting people and learning about their cultures and backgrounds. My mother has not been overbearing, sheltered me, or strict with rules. She entrusts that she has taught me good morals and given me the tools to make good decisions on my own accord, as a result she does not need to guide me with stringent rules; however, I can see that growing up with a more defined set of rules and beliefs might have benefits, as it might serve as a guideline for making decisions and interpreting life; less trial and
In the story of “Girl with a Pearl Earring”, the reader meets Griet, a young Protestant girl who is forced to become a maid in the Catholic home of the Dutch painter Vermeer. As a young woman growing up in the 1600’s in a strictly Protestant home, Griet is hesitant to work as a maid due to the poor reputation of maids and the distrust …show more content…
In the story, the city of Delf was strictly divided along the lines of class and religion. Griet was not exposed to the Catholic religion and was taught to distrust people of this faith. Growing up in a nondenominational home, my upbringing has not been influenced by religious doctrine. I am not distrustful or discriminatory of people based on their beliefs or practices and I look forward to meeting people and learning about their cultures and backgrounds. My mother has not been overbearing, sheltered me, or strict with rules. She entrusts that she has taught me good morals and given me the tools to make good decisions on my own accord, as a result she does not need to guide me with stringent rules; however, I can see that growing up with a more defined set of rules and beliefs might have benefits, as it might serve as a guideline for making decisions and interpreting life; less trial and