ABSTRACT
The chapter shows the application of theoretical contemplation in the two concepts, and it reconstructs the assumptions of the Lifeworld and Deathworld. I am inspired here by the theories of Alfred Schütz and Valerie Bentz.
The Lifeworld is the paramount reality that we live in, and we are supposed to be free to choose between projects for our actions. The Lifeworld is a source of rules, and here we can experience happiness and suffering. The feeling of suffering arises suddenly and unexpectedly, as does happiness.
The Deathworld is an epiphenomenon of technocratic systems, and it consists of fragmented consciousness, a lack of free choice, the destruction of the we-relationship, and the destruction of nature, as Valerie Bentz defines it.
The author reconsiders the two concepts and relates them to each other with mindful attention. The other goal of the chapter is to refer to the sociological ignorance of the relationship between the Lifeworld and Deathworld. It will explain why these concepts should be used and how they should be used by sociologists and social scientists when analyzing experiences of social reality. The chapter will also present the concept of “wrong speech” and its influence on the creation of the Deathworld. The conclusions and discussions will show that it is necessary to analyze the Deathworld to understand the contemporary world.
