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Why we need universal basic knowledge of humanitarian subjects and what might stand in the way.

I think for a better world we need people to think more, about art and communication and history and community and philosophy and religion. So in short the human sciences. Because human sciences help us understand what it is to be human, and through that understand eachother better and empathise with eachother. I often see the problem with some Christians being that they take the bible very literally or take what their pastor says at face value without analysing it, without having the time to think on a more philosophical basis about it. Without asking the questions: do I agree with this? Is this how I understand it? Does it make sense to me? (I think pastors also have a responsibility to discuss their preachings with the community and explain and teach about theology as a subject, and to encourage critical thinking and discussion)

But... this kind of thinking is hard, it takes time, and that's exactly the keyword: time. People are so deeply overworked, and tired and simply don't have the energy or time for asking these questions and engaging in these subjects.

In order for people to empathise with people who are different than themselves, they need knowledge of humanitarian subjects, but in order to gain that knowledge they need time and energy to engage with these subjects. And I believe that this is why we need things like a four day work week, and less hours spent on work, and a community to take care of our children, and universal basic income, and universal housing and health care and education etc. Because people need their basic needs met before they start analysing everything and philosophising about everything and questioning everything.

And it is possible, with the development of technology and science throughout the decades, it is possible, its about using technology and science for the betterment of humanity instead of the betterment of the few who simply can't quench their thirst for money that they simply couldn't spend in a single lifetime.

(This is exactly how I believe capitalism is tied to everything) (I am from Denmark so English is not my first language)