The Influence of Technology on Human Thinking and Values

This article argues that the contemporary world has transitioned from a natural to a “technical world,” following Paul Tillich’s terminology, dominated by technology. To understand this shift, we must differentiate between mere technique, technology as a system, and the underlying technological thought. However, the central concern lies not in technology itself, but in its profound impact on human values, language, and modes of thinking. This paper aims to elucidate technology as a human product and, crucially, to examine its subsequent, transformative influence on humanity, particularly within the realm of ethical and axiological frameworks.