Knowledge Buries the World
Offered By: TEDx via YouTube
Course Description
Overview
Explore a thought-provoking 14-minute TEDx talk that challenges our understanding of knowledge and its impact on the world. Delve into Bukongo Sabwanda Philémon's perspective as he categorizes knowledge into four distinct types and presents a compelling argument for why scientific knowledge, in particular, may be burying our world. Consider the speaker's assertion that the inescapable nature of knowledge ultimately leads to our collective doom. Learn about the background of the young Congolese scholar, his academic achievements, and diverse interests ranging from chess to poetry. Gain insights into the independently organized TEDx event format and its connection to the broader TED community.
Syllabus
Knowledge buries the world | Bukongo Sabwanda | TEDxUWCRBC
Taught by
TEDx
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