Introduction to the Philosophy of the Human Person PDF

Introduction to the Philosophy of the Human Person ESSENTIAL CHARACTERISTICS OF A PHILOSOPHER Curiosity Logical Dynamic Humility Independent Ability to listen/teachable Determined Reasoning Doubtful Sense of wonder  HOLISTIC THINKING Re...

Introduction to the Philosophy of the Human Person ESSENTIAL CHARACTERISTICS OF A PHILOSOPHER Curiosity Logical Dynamic Humility Independent Ability to listen/teachable Determined Reasoning Doubtful Sense of wonder  HOLISTIC THINKING Refers to a perspective that considers large- scale patterns in systems. A holistic perspective requires an individual to have an open mindset and ability to get the general sense or impression regarding a situation.  PARTIAL THINKING focuses on specific aspects of a situation. The partial view is an important component of analytical thinking, as an individual focuses on certain areas or aspects of a problem in order to understand it.  1. Body = Wall 4. Legs = Tree 2. Trunk = Snake 5. Ear = Fan 3. Tusk = Spear 6. Tail = Rope To learn the truth, we must put all the parts together Why do we need to ask questions?  It is one of the best Because… ways to check whether what you’re perceiving is how really things are. 4 main branches of Philosophy - Epistemology - Metaphysics - Ethics/Axiology - Aesthetics Epistemology The theory of knowledge, especially with regard to its methods, validity, and scope. Epistemology is the investigation of what distinguishes justified belief from opinion.  -What is knowledge? -How do we know that Yearns to we know something? answer - Why do we need to questions think? like: - Are humans the only being who can think and reason? Metaphysics the branch of philosophy that deals with the first principles of things, including abstract concepts such as being, knowing, substance, cause, identity, time, and space.  - What is the meaning of life? Yearns to answer - What is consciousness? questions - What is our place in the like: universe? - Does God exist? Ethics/Axiology - the branch of knowledge that deals with moral principles. - the study of the nature of value and valuation, and of the kinds of things that are valuable.  - Would you risk your life to save another person? Yearns to - Do you consider answer yourself an ethical questions person? like: - Would you risk someone’s life for the sake of many? Aesthetics T H E P H I LO S O P H I C A L S T U DY O F B E A U T Y A N D TA S T E.  - What makes something Yearns to beautiful? answer questions - What is a work of art? like: - Can art be a vehicle of truth? Philo challenge The next time you have a question popping in your head, don’t google or search for it on the internet. Try to answer them first.