Introduction to the Philosophy of the Human Person PDF

INTRODUCTION TO THE PHILOSOPHY OF THE HUMAN PERSON 1. Environmental Philosophy the discipline in philosophy that studies the moral relationship of human beings with the environment and its non-human contents 2. Anthropocentrism is one of the major views regarding the relationship between humanit...

INTRODUCTION TO THE PHILOSOPHY OF THE HUMAN PERSON 1. Environmental Philosophy the discipline in philosophy that studies the moral relationship of human beings with the environment and its non-human contents 2. Anthropocentrism is one of the major views regarding the relationship between humanity and the environment, which of them focuses on the significant role of humankind in the world and considers nature as the means by which humans are able to meet their needs and survive 3. Environmental Philosophers are the people who tackle issues such as humanity’s role in the natural world, the interaction between nature and human activities, and humanity’s response to environmental challenges 4. The truth about humankind and nature. Humankind has a unique relationship with nature. Humans can transform and change the environment. Humans are stewards of nature. 5. The truth for you and your community It is hotter now than it usually was during the summer months. Typhoons are stronger and there is more rain during the rainy season. 6. Biocentrism believe that humans are not the only significant species on the planet, and that all organisms have inherent value and should be protected. What major view regarding the relationship between humanity and the environment tells this statement 7. Ecocentrism is one of the major views regarding the relationship between humanity and the environment places great value on ecosystems and biological communities and promotes the idea that order and balance in nature brings about stability and beauty. 8. Environmental Aesthetics is the philosophical view that believes maintaining order in the environment will bring out the natural beauty of the surroundings and contribute to the well-being of the people and other organisms living in it 9. Environmentalism is the perspective that advocates to address the growing environmental problems. 10. Environmental Ethics is one of the philosophical view from environmentalism wherein moral approach analyzes the relationship between humans and the environment and it discusses environmental problems caused by human activities and social issues that impact the environment. 11. The following are true about global warming - sea level rises, extreme heat and sea level rises. 12. Disorder give rise to several problems and challenges to humankind. 13. Normal activities are disrupted in cities and communities. 14. The following are examples of environmental disorders - extreme flood, water pollution, and air pollution 15. As a rational being, the person is not only capable of transforming the world, but also of understanding the laws which govern nature. 16. A person may also view the environment as something that envelopes and surrounds him or her, and thus they have a special and unique relationship with it. 17. Sustainability is one of the major concepts that drive environmentalism. This focuses on reconciling human activities and economic development with the protection of the environment. 18. Prudence is the ability to regulate one’s actions and behavior. 19. Frugality is being thrifty with the use of one’s resources. 20. “Deep Ecology” & “Gaia Hypothesis” are some philosophical views on the environment which emphasizes the important role of the interaction between the living and non-living components of the environment. 21. The appreciation of natural beauty brings about concern for the environment and helps people relate more effectively with nature. 22. Freedom is the ability to make choices and perform actions, and is an intrinsic and essential property the human person. 23. Physical freedom is a kind of freedom which refers to the absence of any physical restraints. 24. Moral freedom refers to using freedom in a manner that upholds human dignity and goodness. 25. Freedom is experienced through the act of making choices. 26. Human freedom should be exercised with control and a recognition of reasonable limits. 27. Psychological freedom is a kind of freedom wherein it is also called as freedom of choice. 28. The following are true about moral freedom: Freedom is not an object that a person may use in whatever way he or she pleases. A person must use his or her freedom to grow as a person A person becomes freer when he or she uses freedom well, but becomes less when he or she uses it in a bad way. 29. Responsibility and voluntariness are the two element of freedom that makes us free and help us shape our experience 30. Voluntariness is to the ability to act out of one’s own free will and self-determination. 31. Responsibility refers to the person being accountable for his or her actions and their consequences. 32. The TRUTH about responsibility Taking can either mean a person voluntarily taking responsibility for his or her own actions or being held not to be responsible by other people. Whenever you know you committed a bad action, you can either voluntarily confess to it or other people will point it out and hold you responsible. Responsibility doesn’t have a positive or negative meaning and it goes hand in hand in determining the morality of an action. 33. The statements that shows responsible use of freedom: Instead of spending her excess allowance on a new pair of shoes, Marie decides to open a bank account and start saving up for her future. Despite the threats made on his life, the witness decided to come forward and divulge important information regarding the crime be witnessed. 34. Responsibility is vital in the proper exercise of human freedom. 35. Some of the ways on how to exercise freedom in a responsible and beneficial manner: Human freedom should be exercised with control and a recognition of reasonable limits. Freedom should also be exercised with regard for knowledge and truth.