The Human Person as an Embodied Spirit PDF

Important Terminologies Man- the general term commonly used to refer to the entire human race. Human- refers to man as a species- Homo sapiens sapiens or modern human beings. Human Being - is also to distinguish man from other animals Person- Refers to human being granted recognition o...

Important Terminologies Man- the general term commonly used to refer to the entire human race. Human- refers to man as a species- Homo sapiens sapiens or modern human beings. Human Being - is also to distinguish man from other animals Person- Refers to human being granted recognition of certain rights, protection, responsibilities, and dignity, above all. The totality of an individual, possessing awareness, self- determination and the capacity to interact. Personhood- the state of being a person Human Nature - A general term refers to the deepest and natural behavior of a person that distinguish human from animals. A collective traits that formed and considered the very essence of humanity. Nobody can be considered man without human nature What is a Human Person? Human person is someone with an exact origin of his/her classification. From the biblical perspective, we came from Adam and Eve. Forscience, we came from an ape under the class: Mammalia. A human person is typically with a body which is tangible and has a three components composed of SOUL, MIND and SPIRIT. Also, he or she is entitled and granted rights and privileges by the state which he orshe legally belong. Cognitive and the Physical Self 1. The Physical Self (something can be seen in his/her physical appearance) which deals with the essential features of the human way of life or THE WHO OF A PERSON which includes his/her body type, strength and appearances. 2. The Cognitive Self (something within and cannot be physically seen) is the essential components of a human persons that deals with THE WHAT OF A PERSON which includes human persons’ belief, desire, dreams, and intentions  Embodied- materialized, personify, epitomize, “kumakatawan” Embodied spirit- inseparable union of body and soul What is Embodied Spirit? Embodied spirit is an animating core living within each of us. Embodiment, the representation or expression of something in a tangible or visible form, enables us to do and experience all the things that make us human persons. Spirit- This intangible element enables us to exercise thought, possess awareness, interiority, and the capacity to reach out to the outside world and other persons. It is known to be the driving force behind what we actually think, do and say Embodied Spirit The embodiment of the spirit particularly refers to the inseparable union of human body and soul. Inseparable which also means the body and soul work together at all times. Hence, we can safely say that “embodied spirit” that the body is not separate from the soul, just as the soul is not separate from the body. Human Person as an Embodied Spirit 1. SELF- AWARENESS- refers to person having a clear perception of oneself, including his or her thoughts, emotions, identity, and actions. It is the ability of one’s consciousness to look inward thus discovering the presence of a self. The human person is defined by a deeper awareness that is driven by rationality or human thought. A person is aware of both his or her surroundings and himself or herself.  Human Person as an Embodied Spirit 1. SELF- AWARENESS This awareness gives rise to the notion of the “self,” which the philosophers describe as the person who is actively aware that he or she is perceiving and experiencing reality. We experience interiority, that is, the quality of being focused on one’s inner life and identity.  I am alive I am present I am living the moment I am a person  Human Person as an Embodied Spirit 2. EXTERNALITY- It is the capability of a person to reach out and interact with others and the world. The realization that we are not alone and that there are indeed other people around us enables us to reach out and establish meaningful relationships with others. Philosophers consider man as a social being and that a person never exist in isolation.  Human Person as an Embodied Spirit 3. SELF-DETERMINATION It refers to the capability of persons to make choices and decisions based on their own preferences, monitor and regulate their actions, and be goal-oriented and self-directed. We are persons because we act and we are aware of our actions. Free will is the capacity to choose a course of action from various alternatives.  Human Person as an Embodied Spirit 3. SELF-DETERMINATION Consequence is the result or effect of an action or condition. Philosophers believe that a person acts freely and with due regard for the consequences of his or her actions. Morality is the “goodness or badness” of an act Human Person as an Embodied Spirit 4. DIGNITY- It is the innate right to be valued and respected. Philosophers consider all humans as having an inherent worth or value. Each person is worth the same as another person in the sense that every person is priceless, unique, unrepeatable and irreplaceable. 4. DIGNITY Human dignity is rooted in the nature of the human. It means that a person has dignity simply because of the fact that he is human. Dignity is not defined by outside factors like intelligence, beauty, skills, etc. A person retains his dignity in spite of his or her actions or behavior. Dignity also drives us to seek what is good. Doing good deeds upholds and promotes dignity of the human person. This recognition of dignity is also the basis for the recognition of human rights  Limitations of the Human Person The ability to surpass limits is called Transcendence, and it is also one important trait that distinguishes the human person from other beings in existence.  Transcendence ❑As human persons, we have natural tendencies or inclinations. Some of these are felt bodily functions like hunger, fatigue, etc. Transcendence means overcoming oneself or being in control even if the body reminds us of certain tendencies. Although these tendencies are felt, the person can govern them and ensure that they are exercised within the bounds of reason. Transcendence ❑ Each individual carries within himself the possibility of transcending his limits by exerting enough effort and perseverance. ❑Our capacity for transcendence gives us the opportunity to work toward becoming better versions of ourselves. ❑Opening yourself to new experiences and ideas is another aspect of transcendence. ❑Philosophy gives us useful tools to explore our limits and possibilities. The essence of transcendence is to acknowledge our limitations, identify possibilities for development and change ourselves for the better Transcendence “It is through our limitations that possibilities become real.” ❑ The body limits us. Unlike birds that can fly, we have no wings to make us fly. But with creative minds, we invented jets and planes to make us fly even farther than any bird. KEY POINTS: Embodied spirit is the driving force of what we think, do, and say. In an embodied spirit, the body is not separated from the soul, just as the soul is not separated from the body. As human beings we have the unique power to change our selves and things for the better. As an embodied spirit , the human person demonstrates self awareness, externality, self- determination, and dignity. Our capacity for transcendence gives us the opportunity to work toward becoming better versions of ourselves. Transcendence is a state of existence or experience above and beyond the normal or physical level within ourselves.