10 Questions
According to the text, which approach puts humans in dominion over the earth?
Anthropocentric approach
In which approach are humans considered as interconnected with the universe and capable of affecting the balance of the environment?
Cosmos-centric approach
Which approach is described as God-centered and views humans as stewards of the universe?
Theocentric approach
Who coined the term 'cosmos' according to the text?
Pythagoras
Which of the approaches emphasizes that humans are created in the same stuff as other things in nature, and are governed by the same natural laws and cosmic patterns?
Cosmos-centric approach
What is the downside of the rise of modern science mentioned in the text?
Humans' pride over their powers to alter and manipulate nature
According to earth.org, what is one of the biggest environmental issues in the Philippines in 2022?
Air Pollution
What does sustainable living entail, as mentioned in the text?
An individual attempt to reduce the use of the earth’s natural resources
What is the shift from linear economy to circular economy according to the text?
Reduces material use, redesigns materials, products, and services
What other practice can be adopted to practice sustainable living according to a fact mentioned in the text?
Organic products over conventional products
Study Notes
Approaches to Human Relationship with the Environment
- The Dominion Approach puts humans in dominion over the earth.
- The Ecological Approach considers humans as interconnected with the universe and capable of affecting the balance of the environment.
Philosophical Roots
- The Christian Stewardship Approach is described as God-centered and views humans as stewards of the universe.
Historical Context
- The term 'cosmos' was coined by Pythagoras.
Understanding Humanity and Nature
- The Pantheistic Approach emphasizes that humans are created in the same stuff as other things in nature, and are governed by the same natural laws and cosmic patterns.
Consequences of Modern Science
- A downside of the rise of modern science is the increased exploitation of natural resources.
Environmental Issues in the Philippines
- One of the biggest environmental issues in the Philippines in 2022, according to earth.org, is the exploitation of natural resources.
Sustainable Living
- Sustainable living entails reducing waste, reusing resources, and recycling materials to minimize harm to the environment.
- A shift from a linear economy to a circular economy is necessary for sustainable living.
- Another practice that can be adopted to practice sustainable living is the use of renewable energy sources.
Explore the cosmos-centric approach and its connection to the human person and their environment, including concepts of harmony, balance, and the interconnection of humans with the universe. Understand the impact of humans on environmental balance and the concept of yin and yang.
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