Problem
Proverbs and Culture
Proverbs are statements of wisdom that serve as a window into a particular culture's worldview. Consider the perspectives these proverbs reflect.
• Europe
1. Don't put off until tomorrow what can be done today. (German)
2. One father is better at caring for ten children than ten children are for one father. (Norway)
• South America
1. A people without history are like the wind. (Peru)
2. Those who came before us will know us forever. (Argentina)
Compare and contrast the proverbs of South America and Europe.
1. What do the proverbs tell you about the respective worldview or world orientation (the definition of world orientation is in the text)?
2. Explain what the text says about world orientation.
3. How does ones world orientation impact communication?