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Which of the following best defines 'material' in the context of the text?
Which of the following best defines 'material' in the context of the text?
- A substance or mixture of substances that make up an object (correct)
- Any factor likely to affect a person's choice of goods or services
- A particular status or paste in which something appears
- The attachment of human beings to material things
According to William James, which of the following is included in the 'material self'?
According to William James, which of the following is included in the 'material self'?
- Body and clothing
- Immediate family
- Home
- All of the above (correct)
What influences the attachment of human beings to material things in the present times?
What influences the attachment of human beings to material things in the present times?
- The media (correct)
- The environment
- The factor in the environment
- Basic necessities
What does 'aspect' mean in the context of the text?
What does 'aspect' mean in the context of the text?
What are material possessions?
What are material possessions?
Which of the following is considered a material aspect?
Which of the following is considered a material aspect?
Which of the following is NOT a material aspect?
Which of the following is NOT a material aspect?
What does material aspect refer to in the context of the text?
What does material aspect refer to in the context of the text?
Flashcards
Material (in text)
Material (in text)
A substance or mixture of substances forming an object.
Material Self (James)
Material Self (James)
Everything a person considers their own, physically.
Material Attachment (now)
Material Attachment (now)
Media influences human connection to objects.
Aspect (in text)
Aspect (in text)
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Material possession
Material possession
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Material aspect (example)
Material aspect (example)
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Non-material aspect (example)
Non-material aspect (example)
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Material aspect (consumer)
Material aspect (consumer)
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Study Notes
Material and Self
- Material refers to physical objects or things that have economic value.
Material Self
- According to William James, the material self includes a person's body, clothes, and immediate family.
Material Possessions
- Material possessions are things that someone owns, often having monetary value.
- Material possessions can be objects, goods, or property.
Material Aspect
- A material aspect refers to a part or feature of something that is related to physical objects or things.
- Examples of material aspects include a person's body, clothes, and possessions.
- Money is considered a material aspect.
- Spirituality is NOT a material aspect.
Influences on Attachment
- In the present times, the attachment of human beings to material things is influenced by various factors, including social media, consumerism, and cultural values.
Aspect
- In the context of the text, an aspect refers to a particular feature or part of something.
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Test your knowledge on the material aspect of the self and our attachment to material possessions. Explore the influence of the environment and media on our desire for material things.
