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What does physical freedom primarily refer to?

  • The absence of physical restraint (correct)
  • The power to reflect on one's actions
  • The freedom to choose one's beliefs
  • The ability to make moral decisions

What element of freedom is described as the ability to act out of one’s own free will?

  • Self-Reflection
  • Responsibility
  • Voluntariness (correct)
  • Love

According to the content, the concept of moral freedom relates to what aspect?

  • Performing actions without societal influence
  • Upholding human dignity and goodness (correct)
  • Escaping legal constraints
  • Doing whatever feels right without consequence

Which of the following philosophers emphasized that love, rather than law, should govern humanity?

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What is the implication of Jean Paul Sartre’s assertion about individual freedom?

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Which statement about responsibility is correct according to the content?

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What does the law of nature (lex naturalis) state according to Thomas Hobbes?

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Which of the following best describes psychological freedom?

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What type of freedom involves the absence of physical restraint?

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Which element of freedom encourages individuals to evaluate their actions and choices?

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According to the concept of moral freedom, what enhances a person's freedom?

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Which philosopher suggested that love is a transformative power for humanity?

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What does the 'Law of Nature' (lex naturalis) forbid according to Hobbes?

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What is a primary consequence associated with the exercise of free will?

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Which philosopher is known for the assertion that human beings have the power to change themselves?

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What role does responsibility play in the context of freedom?

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According to Sartre, consciousness is fundamentally linked to what aspect of human existence?

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What is a characteristic of psychological freedom?

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Flashcards

Physical Freedom

The absence of physical restrictions; freedom of movement.

Psychological Freedom

Freedom of choice; the ability to decide what to do without outside force.

Moral Freedom

Using freedom in a way that is good and respects human dignity.

Volantarieness

The ability to act according to one's own will and self-determination.

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Responsibility

Accountability for one's actions and their consequences.

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Self-Reflection

Considering your actions, their effects, and making wise choices.

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Freedom (in general)

The power to be who you want to be, and the ability to choose and shape yourself.

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Law of Nature (lex naturalis)

A principle forbidding acts that harm oneself or others.

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What is freedom?

The power to become who you want to be and the ability to make choices that shape your life. Freedom is an inherent part of being human.

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Types of Freedom

Freedom can be categorized into physical, psychological, and moral. Physical freedom means being free from physical restraints, psychological freedom means being free to make your own choices, and moral freedom means using freedom in a way that is good and respectful.

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What does 'exercise of free will and intellect' mean?

It means using your ability to think and make choices freely, without being controlled by others or by external forces.

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What makes a person more free?

A person becomes more free when they use their freedom well, acting in ways that uphold human dignity and goodness.

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What is voluntariness?

The ability to act according to your own free will and make decisions based on your own self-determination. You are not forced to do anything against your will.

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What is responsibility?

Being accountable for your actions and the consequences that result from them. It means understanding the impact of your choices.

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What is self-reflection?

Thinking carefully about your actions, considering the effects they might have, and then making wise choices to reach positive outcomes.

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Aristotle's view on freedom

Aristotle believed that reason helps us understand what's good, but it's our will that translates that understanding into action. He also emphasized that our character doesn't excuse bad behavior.

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St. Thomas Aquinas' view on freedom

Aquinas believed that humans have the power to change themselves and the world around them. He emphasized love as a driving force for positive change, more powerful than laws.

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Jean-Paul Sartre's view on freedom

Sartre believed that humans are free to create their own destinies. He emphasized the importance of taking responsibility for our choices and actions.

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Study Notes

Freedom of the Human Person

  • Freedom is the power to be what you want to be, and the ability to choose and create yourself.
  • It's an inherent and crucial part of a person.
  • Free will and intellect are exercised through freedom.
  • People always seek freedom.

Kinds of Freedom

  • Physical Freedom: Absence of physical restraints, allowing mobility.
  • Psychological Freedom: Freedom of choice, to act according to one's own judgment, without outside influence. No one can force you against your will.
  • Moral Freedom: Using freedom to uphold human dignity and goodness. A person becomes freer by using freedom well.

Elements Defining Freedom

  • Volantarieness: The ability to act based on one's own free will and self-determination.
  • Responsibility: Being accountable for one's actions and their consequences.
  • Self-Reflection: Reflecting on actions, considering their effects, and making beneficial decisions.

Key Individuals and their Theories

  • Aristotle: Reason guides decisions, but willpower is needed to translate plans into actions. Character is not an excuse for immoral conduct.
  • St. Thomas Aquinas: Love, not rules, shapes human development. Love should guide human life.
  • Jean-Paul Sartre: People create their own destinies. Being human means being free to imagine, choose, and take responsibility for life.
  • Thomas Hobbes: 'Law of Nature'—a person should not do anything that damages their life or prevents others from living. This applies in social contracts.
  • Jean-Jacques Rousseau: Communities are formed for self-protection from others, through mutual agreement.

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