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The nature of the self is a topic of interest among ______
The nature of the self is a topic of interest among ______
philosophers
Philosophy employs the inquisitive mind to discover the ultimate causes, reasons, and principles of everything. It goes beyond the scientific investigation by exploring all areas of knowledge such as religion, psychology, politics, physics, and even ______
Philosophy employs the inquisitive mind to discover the ultimate causes, reasons, and principles of everything. It goes beyond the scientific investigation by exploring all areas of knowledge such as religion, psychology, politics, physics, and even ______
medicine
The etymological definition of philosophy is 'love of ______'
The etymological definition of philosophy is 'love of ______'
wisdom
The philosophical framework for understanding the self was first introduced by the ancient Greek Philosophers ______, Plato, and Aristotle
The philosophical framework for understanding the self was first introduced by the ancient Greek Philosophers ______, Plato, and Aristotle
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Socrates said, 'Know ______'
Socrates said, 'Know ______'
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The self is a topic of interest among ______
The self is a topic of interest among ______
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Augustine believed that the physical body is radically different from and inferior to its inhabitant, the immortal ______.
Augustine believed that the physical body is radically different from and inferior to its inhabitant, the immortal ______.
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The pursuit of happiness is a search for a good life that includes doing virtuous ______.
The pursuit of happiness is a search for a good life that includes doing virtuous ______.
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The African philosopher, Augustine of Hippo, is regarded as a ______.
The African philosopher, Augustine of Hippo, is regarded as a ______.
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Vegetative soul includes the physical body that can ______.
Vegetative soul includes the physical body that can ______.
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Rational Soul is what makes man ______.
Rational Soul is what makes man ______.
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The body is united with the ______, so that man may be entire and complete.
The body is united with the ______, so that man may be entire and complete.
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Augustine believes that the soul is what governs and defines ______.
Augustine believes that the soul is what governs and defines ______.
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Augustine is convinced that the self is known only through knowing ______.
Augustine is convinced that the self is known only through knowing ______.
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Rene Descartes is the father of modern ______.
Rene Descartes is the father of modern ______.
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Augustine describes that humankind is created in the image and likeness of ______.
Augustine describes that humankind is created in the image and likeness of ______.
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The truth of which Augustine speaks refers to the truth of knowing ______.
The truth of which Augustine speaks refers to the truth of knowing ______.
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Augustine develops the fundamental concept of the human person, and thus provides the philosophical principle, 'I am doubting, therefore I ______'.
Augustine develops the fundamental concept of the human person, and thus provides the philosophical principle, 'I am doubting, therefore I ______'.
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The Latin phrase “Cogito ergo sum” means “I think therefore I ______- is the keystone of Descartes’ concept of self.
The Latin phrase “Cogito ergo sum” means “I think therefore I ______- is the keystone of Descartes’ concept of self.
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Descartes believes that the act of thinking about the self is proof that there is a ______.
Descartes believes that the act of thinking about the self is proof that there is a ______.
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Descartes states that no rational person will doubt his or her own existence as a conscious, thinking ______.
Descartes states that no rational person will doubt his or her own existence as a conscious, thinking ______.
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Descartes introduces the idea of the thinking self or soul as a non-material, immortal, and conscious ______.
Descartes introduces the idea of the thinking self or soul as a non-material, immortal, and conscious ______.
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According to Descartes, the thinking self can exist independently of the physical ______.
According to Descartes, the thinking self can exist independently of the physical ______.
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Descartes believes that the soul and the body are independent of one another, and each can exist and function without the ______.
Descartes believes that the soul and the body are independent of one another, and each can exist and function without the ______.
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Impressions are the basic sensations of people’s experience such as hate, love, joy, grief, pain, cold, and heat. THE SELF FROM VARIOUS PERSPECTIVE by FATIMA MYNABELLE DILLERA BELDIA, PhD 14 DAVID HUME: THERE IS NO SELF Impressions are vivid perceptions and are strong and lively, Ideas, however, are thoughts and images from impressions so they are less lively and vivid. Hume further posits that different sensations are in a constant continuum that is invariable and not constant. Hume argues that it cannot be from any of these impressions that the idea of self is derived and consequently, there is no self. Hume’s skeptical claim on this issue is that people have no experience of a simple and individual impression that they can call the self where the self is the totality of a person’s conscious life. Subsequently, the idea of personal identity is a result of ______.
Impressions are the basic sensations of people’s experience such as hate, love, joy, grief, pain, cold, and heat. THE SELF FROM VARIOUS PERSPECTIVE by FATIMA MYNABELLE DILLERA BELDIA, PhD 14 DAVID HUME: THERE IS NO SELF Impressions are vivid perceptions and are strong and lively, Ideas, however, are thoughts and images from impressions so they are less lively and vivid. Hume further posits that different sensations are in a constant continuum that is invariable and not constant. Hume argues that it cannot be from any of these impressions that the idea of self is derived and consequently, there is no self. Hume’s skeptical claim on this issue is that people have no experience of a simple and individual impression that they can call the self where the self is the totality of a person’s conscious life. Subsequently, the idea of personal identity is a result of ______.
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Impressions are the basic sensations of people’s experience such as hate, love, joy, grief, pain, cold, and heat. THE SELF FROM VARIOUS PERSPECTIVE by FATIMA MYNABELLE DILLERA BELDIA, PhD 15 IMMANUEL KANT: WE CONSTRUCT THE SELF For German philosopher Immanuel Kant, it is the self that makes experiencing an intelligible world possible because it is the self that is actively organizing and ______ all of our thoughts and perceptions. The self, in the form of consciousness, utilizes conceptual categories which he calls transcendental deduction of categories, to can be investigated scientifically.
Impressions are the basic sensations of people’s experience such as hate, love, joy, grief, pain, cold, and heat. THE SELF FROM VARIOUS PERSPECTIVE by FATIMA MYNABELLE DILLERA BELDIA, PhD 15 IMMANUEL KANT: WE CONSTRUCT THE SELF For German philosopher Immanuel Kant, it is the self that makes experiencing an intelligible world possible because it is the self that is actively organizing and ______ all of our thoughts and perceptions. The self, in the form of consciousness, utilizes conceptual categories which he calls transcendental deduction of categories, to can be investigated scientifically.
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Study Notes
Philosophy and the Self
- Philosophy explores fundamental questions across diverse fields such as religion, psychology, politics, and physics.
- The term "philosophy" etymologically means "love of wisdom."
- Ancient Greek philosophers, including Socrates, Plato, and Aristotle, first introduced frameworks for understanding the self.
- Socrates emphasized the importance of self-awareness with his maxim "Know thyself."
Augustine’s Perspective
- Augustine posited a distinction between the physical body and the immortal soul, viewing the latter as superior.
- The pursuit of happiness, according to Augustine, involves leading a virtuous life.
- He is recognized as the African philosopher Augustine of Hippo.
- Augustine describes the vegetative soul as tied to the physical body, which allows for growth and basic functions.
- The rational soul, unique to humans, defines intellectual and conscious attributes.
Descartes’ Philosophy
- Renowned as the father of modern philosophy, René Descartes is known for the phrase "Cogito ergo sum," meaning "I think, therefore I am."
- Descartes argues that the act of thinking is evidence of one’s existence as a conscious, thinking being.
- He introduces the concept of the 'thinking self' as an independent, non-material, and immortal entity.
- Descartes asserts that the mind (soul) and body function independently and can exist without each other.
Hume’s Skepticism
- David Hume challenges the notion of a permanent self, asserting that personal identity stems from a bundle of perceptions rather than a singular self.
- He differentiates between impressions (strong, vivid sensations) and ideas (faded, less lively thoughts derived from those impressions).
- Hume concludes that there is no singular, unchanging self, questioning the basis of personal identity.
Kant’s Construction of the Self
- Immanuel Kant argues that the self is essential for making sense of and organizing experiences, suggesting it actively shapes our thoughts and perceptions.
- He introduces the idea of consciousness utilizing conceptual categories to comprehend and interpret experiences.
- Kant’s approach implies a duality where the active self structures the chaotic sensory input into a coherent experience.
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Explore Aristotle's classification of soul into three kinds: vegetative, sentient, and rational. Understand the characteristics of each soul type and how they contribute to human nature and self-actualization.
