Understanding Human Terminologies
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What does self-awareness primarily refer to?

  • The ability to seek external validation from others
  • The ability to make choices based on societal pressures
  • The capability to interact with others and the environment
  • The clear perception of one’s thoughts, emotions, identity, and actions (correct)

    • What does externality entail in the context of human interaction?

  • The realization of being apart from nature
  • The tendency to focus solely on one's inner life
  • The capability to reach out and interact with others and the world (correct)
  • The isolation of individuals from one another

    • What does the term 'Human Being' primarily distinguish?

  • Different species within the human race
  • Humans from other animals (correct)
  • Different age groups of humans
  • Humans from artificial intelligence

    • Which aspect of being an embodied spirit allows individuals to regulate their actions?

    <p>Self-determination</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term used to describe the consequence of an action?

    <p>Outcome</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of human nature?

    <p>Physical appearance traits</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What component is NOT typically associated with the definition of a human person?

    <p>Technological abilities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term 'personhood' refer to?

    <p>The condition of being acknowledged as a person</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do philosophers view the dignity of individuals?

    <p>As an innate right to be valued and respected</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does transcendence allow individuals to do?

    <p>Overcome their limitations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main feature of the 'Cognitive Self'?

    <p>Internal beliefs and desires</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the essence of transcendence according to the provided content?

    <p>Acknowledge limitations and seek development</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of transcendence?

    <p>Relying on external guidance for identity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement best reflects the idea of human dignity as mentioned in the content?

    <p>Dignity is independent of personal actions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the concept of an 'embodied spirit' influence human behavior?

    <p>It integrates body and mind in decision-making</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role do good deeds play in relation to human dignity?

    <p>They uphold and promote human dignity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the fundamental basis for human dignity?

    <p>Being human</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a significant aspect of self-awareness?

    <p>Reflecting on one’s inner life and identity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which capability allows a person to choose among various alternatives?

    <p>Self-determination</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What best defines 'Embodied Spirit'?

    <p>The union of body and soul</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the concept of morality relate to?

    <p>The goodness or badness of an act</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement regarding 'Human Nature' is correct?

    <p>It encompasses the essence of humanity.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary role of the 'spirit' in the context of the human person?

    <p>To enable thought and awareness</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of the phrase 'It is through our limitations that possibilities become real'?

    <p>Recognizing limitations opens pathways to improvement</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Important Terminologies

    • Man: Refers to the entire human race.
    • Human: Refers to humans as a species - Homo sapiens sapiens or modern human beings.
    • Human Being: Used to distinguish humans from other animals.
    • Person: Refers to a human being granted recognition of certain rights, protection, responsibilities, and dignity. Represents the totality of an individual with awareness, self-determination, and the capacity to interact.
    • Personhood: The state of being a person.
    • Human Nature: The deepest and natural behavior of a person, distinguishing humans from animals. Refers to the collective traits that form the essence of humanity.

    What is a Human Person?

    • Human persons have a defined origin, with biblical accounts pointing to Adam and Eve, and scientific explanations tracing back to apes within the Mammalia class.
    • A human person typically has a tangible body with three components: soul, mind, and spirit.
    • Human persons are granted rights and privileges by the state they legally belong to.

    Cognitive and the Physical Self

    • The Physical Self: Deals with the essential features of the human way of life, including body type, strength, and appearance. Represents the "WHO" of a person.
    • The Cognitive Self: Deals with the internal components of a human person including beliefs, desires, dreams, and intentions. Represents the "WHAT" of a person.

    Embodied

    • Refers to being materialized, personified, or epitomized.

    Embodied Spirit

    • The animating core living within each person.
    • Embodiment allows us to experience the things that make us human persons.
    • Spirit: The intangible element that enables thought, awareness, interiority, and the capacity to interact with the world and other persons. It's the driving force behind our thoughts, actions, and words.

    Embodied Spirit

    • Refers to the inseparable union of body and soul, suggesting that they work together at all times.

    Human Person as an Embodied Spirit

    • Self-Awareness: The clear perception of oneself, including thoughts, emotions, identity, and actions. It's the ability of consciousness to look inward and discover the self.

    Human Person as an Embodied Spirit

    • Externality: The capability to reach out and interact with others and the world. It recognizes that we are not alone and enables us to establish meaningful relationships.

    Human Person as an Embodied Spirit

    • Self-Determination: Refers to the ability to make choices and decisions based on personal preferences, monitor and regulate actions, and be goal-oriented. It highlights our capacity to act and be aware of our actions.

    Human Person as an Embodied Spirit

    • Dignity: The innate right to be valued and respected. Human dignity is rooted in our human nature and is not determined by factors like intelligence, beauty, or skills.

    Limitations of the Human Person

    • Transcendence: The ability to surpass limits. It's a key trait that distinguishes humans from other beings.

    Transcendence

    • Human persons have natural tendencies like hunger, fatigue, etc. Transcendence involves overcoming these tendencies and exercising them within the bounds of reason.
    • Our capacity for transcendence allows us to work towards becoming better versions of ourselves.
    • Opening ourselves to new experiences and ideas is another aspect of transcendence.

    Transcendence

    • "It is through our limitations that possibilities become real."
    • Our bodies limit us, yet with creative minds, we overcome these limitations.

    Key Points

    • The embodied spirit is the driving force of our thoughts, actions, and words.
    • Body and soul are inseparable in an embodied spirit.
    • Humans have the unique power to change themselves and things for the better.
    • As embodied spirits, humans demonstrate self-awareness, externality, self-determination, and dignity.

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    Explore essential definitions related to human beings, personhood, and human nature. This quiz delves into the distinctions between concepts like 'man', 'human', and 'person', and offers insights into the philosophical and biological perspectives on humanity. Test your knowledge on what it means to be a human person.

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