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What is the primary indicator that helps to determine if an act is morally good?
What is the primary indicator that helps to determine if an act is morally good?
Which aspect of human acts involves understanding the reasons behind the action?
Which aspect of human acts involves understanding the reasons behind the action?
What do the circumstances of an act primarily affect?
What do the circumstances of an act primarily affect?
Which statement best reflects a condition for human acts to be morally good?
Which statement best reflects a condition for human acts to be morally good?
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What key aspect must be evaluated to determine the morality of a human act?
What key aspect must be evaluated to determine the morality of a human act?
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What is the first stage of human acts according to Thomas Aquinas?
What is the first stage of human acts according to Thomas Aquinas?
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Which stage involves determining whether the end can be achieved through the agent's power?
Which stage involves determining whether the end can be achieved through the agent's power?
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What does the stage of Decision and Elections in human acts primarily focus on?
What does the stage of Decision and Elections in human acts primarily focus on?
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Which human act stage is primarily concerned with inquiring after and approving means?
Which human act stage is primarily concerned with inquiring after and approving means?
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What role does the Will play in the stages of human acts as described by Aquinas?
What role does the Will play in the stages of human acts as described by Aquinas?
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Which stage reflects the resolution to pursue an end through means?
Which stage reflects the resolution to pursue an end through means?
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What is essential for individuals to pursue what will truly make them happy according to Aquinas?
What is essential for individuals to pursue what will truly make them happy according to Aquinas?
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How does Aquinas define free agency in the context of happiness?
How does Aquinas define free agency in the context of happiness?
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How does the text define true freedom?
How does the text define true freedom?
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What is a misconception about freedom as mentioned in the content?
What is a misconception about freedom as mentioned in the content?
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What do human actions involve according to the content?
What do human actions involve according to the content?
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How do animals and humans differ in the pursuit of happiness?
How do animals and humans differ in the pursuit of happiness?
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What term is used to describe living without moral principles or guidance?
What term is used to describe living without moral principles or guidance?
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What leads to disappointment in the search for happiness, as suggested in the content?
What leads to disappointment in the search for happiness, as suggested in the content?
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How can one properly seek true happiness according to the text?
How can one properly seek true happiness according to the text?
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What initiates human acts as described in the content?
What initiates human acts as described in the content?
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Study Notes
Morality of Human Act
- Freedom makes humans moral agents, as they are responsible for their actions.
- Human acts, freely chosen, are either good or evil.
- Morality refers to a culture's or community's moral beliefs and practices.
- An atheist philosopher, J.L. Mackie, argued that belief in God is irrational based on the existence of evil.
Human Actions
- Basic human desire is happiness, which comes from God.
- Animals act via instinct to survive, animals do not have free will like humans.
- Humans deliberately seek fulfillment and pursue goals.
- Freedom allows humans to choose what to do.
- True freedom involves using choices toward authentic happiness.
Stages of Human Acts
- Strategy (wish): Intellect understands the situation and identifies an appropriate goal.
- Intention: Intellect determines the means to achieve the goal.
- Deliberation & Consent: Mind/intellect analyses and approves available means.
- Decision & Election: The will selects the best course of action.
- Command & Use: Body/mind carries out the chosen action.
- Fruition/Intellectual Attainment: The person assesses the outcome and experience of the act.
Free Agency
- Humans are free agents, deciding what truly brings happiness.
- The first step is recognizing the good and what truly satisfies.
Intention, Object, and Circumstances
- A moral act is good if it aligns with the person's true good, ultimately God.
- The intention is the purpose or goal of the action.
- The object is the actual act being performed, indicating what action is involved.
- Circumstances are conditions surrounding an act (e.g., time, place, who is involved).
Solemnity of Christ the King
- A Feast celebrating Jesus's kingship.
- Pope Pius XI instituted this feast in 1925.
Judgment Day (Parousia)
- Jesus will be the divine judge.
- Signs in the heavens will mark this event, but its exact timing is unknown.
- Salvation has begun with the Holy Spirit.
Liturgical Year
- The Catholic liturgical year follows a cycle of seasons, including Advent, Christmastide, Lent, and Easter.
- Colors signify moods and themes of particular seasons.
Advent
- Advent is a 4-week period of preparation for Christmas and the Second Coming.
- It's a time of hope and anticipation, focusing on Jesus's birth and the return.
- Traditional themes include preparation, repentance, and rejoicing at the coming of the Lord.
- The liturgical color are purple/violet and eventually white.
Immaculate Conception
- The Catholic Church celebrates the conception of Mary, the mother of Jesus, as immaculate (free from sin).
- This event happened on December 8th, according to tradition and religious doctrine.
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This quiz explores the morality of human actions and the significance of freedom in making moral choices. It discusses how human acts can be classified as good or evil based on community beliefs and the philosophy surrounding moral responsibility. Additionally, it examines the stages involved in making decisions for authentic happiness.
