32 Questions
What does absolute freedom mean?
Freedom to do what we want without hindrance
What is the characteristic of prudence of choice?
Good, thoughtful judgement and proper planning for the future
What does intersubjectivity mean?
Sharing of subjective states by two or more individuals
What is negative freedom?
Freedom from any block, coercion, or interference
What refers to doing and achieving what we really want while exercising our own freedom?
Prudence of Choice
What is the Latin root word for 'imprudence'?
Lack of care or thoughtfulness
What does the term 'co-presence' imply?
Opening oneself to the presence of others
In the Parable of the Good Samaritan, what lesson is taught?
To show compassion and be a good neighbor
What is the main difference between treating other people as 'subject' and 'object'?
Subject treatment involves respect, while object treatment involves disrespect
What does empathy involve in the context of intersubjectivity?
Sharing emotions with others imaginatively
What is one of the teachings of Confucius related to interpersonal relationships?
To love through acts, not through words
What is the significance of society in the context of the text?
Society fosters meaningful interactions and shared culture
What does 'life world' refer to in the development of society?
Transmission of culture
What is the primary characteristic of a hunting and gathering society?
Reliance on the environment for food and daily life
What does personal interactions entail?
Treating others with respect and love
What is meant by 'Ren' or Human-Heartedness in Confucian teachings?
Loving others through genuine actions
What is the primary characteristic of absolute freedom?
Freedom from any block, coercion, or interference
What does 'prudence of choice' refer to?
Good, thoughtful judgement and proper planning for the future
What does 'intersubjectivity' entail?
Sharing of subjective states by two or more individuals
What is the characteristic of negative freedom?
Freedom from any block, coercion, or interference
What does 'choice' entail?
Actively exercising one's own freedom
What is the characteristic of 'imprudence'?
Freedom from any block, coercion, or interference
What does the term 'co-presence' imply in the context of the text?
Being physically present in the same space as someone else
What does empathy involve in the context of intersubjectivity?
Sharing emotions and understanding the feelings of another person
What is the main difference between treating other people as 'subject' and 'object'?
Subject: Treating others with care and compassion; Object: Treating others as mere objects with disrespect
What is the primary characteristic of a hunting and gathering society?
Reliance on the environment for food and day-to-day life
What is the significance of society in the context of the text?
It is composed of people living together with shared culture, tradition, and laws
What does 'life world' refer to in the development of society?
Transmission of culture within a society
What is one of the teachings of Confucius related to interpersonal relationships?
'Ren' or Human-Heartedness - Love through acts, not through words
What does absolute freedom mean in the context of the text?
Freedom to do anything without consequences
'Ren' or Human-Heartedness in Confucian teachings emphasizes:
Love through acts, not through words
What is the Latin root word for 'imprudence'?
Prudentia
Study Notes
Freedom and Choice
- Absolute freedom refers to the ability to do and achieve what we really want while exercising our own freedom.
- Prudence of choice is characterized by careful consideration and thoughtful decision-making.
- Negative freedom is the absence of external constraints or obstacles that restrict our actions.
Interpersonal Relationships
- Intersubjectivity refers to the shared understanding and mutual recognition between individuals.
- Empathy involves understanding and sharing the feelings of another person.
- Treating others as subjects involves recognizing their autonomy and individuality, whereas treating them as objects involves using them for one's own purposes.
- One of Confucius' teachings is that personal relationships should be based on 'Ren' or Human-Heartedness, which emphasizes empathy, kindness, and compassion.
Society and Development
- The term 'co-presence' implies the shared presence and interaction of individuals in a social setting.
- The 'life world' refers to the social and cultural context in which individuals interact and develop.
- Society plays a significant role in shaping our values, norms, and relationships.
- A hunting and gathering society is characterized by a nomadic and subsistence-based lifestyle.
Confucian Teachings
- 'Ren' or Human-Heartedness in Confucian teachings emphasizes empathy, kindness, and compassion in interpersonal relationships.
Latin Root Word
- The Latin root word for 'imprudence' is imprudentia.
Parable of the Good Samaritan
- The Parable of the Good Samaritan teaches the importance of showing compassion and empathy towards others in need.
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