CTU152: Appreciation of Ethics and Civilization in the Malaysian Context

A set of vocabulary flashcards defining key terms and concepts related to ethics, civilization, and the Malaysian historical context as presented in the CTU152 lecture notes.

Adab

Derived from the Arabic word 'ta’dib', meaning santun, beradab, and sopan; it refers to fine character, good behavior, and noble language.

Adat Resam

Inherited customs or common habits of a specific community that regulate life events such as birth, marriage, and death.

Adat Istiadat

Formal ceremonies and strict protocols that must be followed correctly, often used in official state or royal events like installations.

Etika (Ethics)

Derived from Greek 'ethos' and 'etikos', it is the study of good and bad deeds based on human reason or a standard of right and wrong.

Etos (Ethos)

The distinctive characteristics, identity, or philosophy of a nation, culture, or era that reflects its aspirations and civilization.

Etiket (Etiquette)

Customs and rules regarding politeness and manners, especially in social or professional contexts, such as dining or introduction protocols.

Akhlak

Character and behavior based on Revelation (al-Quran and al-Sunnah) that is absolute, fixed, and covers both physical and internal (spiritual) actions.

Prakolonial (Pre-colonial)

The era before European colonization in the Malay World where ethics were defined by systems of adab, adat istiadat, and adat resam.

Kolonial (Colonial)

The era when modern ethics, ethos, and etiquette were introduced through Western administration, education, and social practices.

Pascakolonial (Post-colonial)

The modern era where traditional Malay ethics and modern Western ethics are blended and practiced within the Malaysian mold.

Moral

The practical application of values determined as good or bad by ethics; it is often considered the 'material' that ethics studies.

Imaginasi Sosiologikal (Sociological Imagination)

A framework proposed by C. Wright Mills to understand society through the research of history, social structure, and biography.

Sejarah (History)

A collection of past events and experiences involving individuals, families, and communities that influence the appreciation of ethics.

Struktur Sosial (Social Structure)

Formal or informal social systems and relationships in which an individual is raised and educated, driving the dynamics of society.

Biografi (Biography)

The life story or history (riwayat) of an individual or leader, showing how they were shaped by history and social structures.

KPE&P

Kursus Penghayatan Etika dan Peradaban (Appreciation of Ethics and Civilization Course), which focuses on ethics in the Malaysian context.