Introduction To Philosophy: What Is A Human Person?

Introduction to Philosophy 2.
Externality- it is the capability to reach out and

interact with others and the world. Philosophers
G12 consider man as a social being and that a person
never exist in isolation.
The Human Person As an Embodied Spirit 3. Self-determination- it refers to the capability of
Important Terminologies a person to make choices and decisions based
on their own preferences, monitor, and regulate
 Man- the general term commonly used to refer their actions and be goal-oriented and self-
to the entire human race. directed.
 Human- refers to man as a species- Homo Free will is the capacity to choose a course of
sapiens or modern human being action from various alternatives.
Consequence is the result of reflect of an action
 Human being-is also to distinguish man from
or condition. Philosophers believe that a person
other animals.
acts freely and with due regard for the
 Person- refers to human being granted to consequences of his or her actions.
recognition of certain rights, protection, Morality – is the goodness or badness of an act
responsibilities, and dignity above all. The of a person.
totality of an individual, possessing awareness, 4. Dignity- it is the innate right to be valued and
self-determination and the capacity to interact. respected. Philosophers consider all humans as
 Personhood- the state of being a person. having inherent worth or value.
 Human Nature- a general term refers to the -each person is worth the same as
deepest and natural behavior of a person that another person in the sense that every person is
distinguish human from animals. A collective priceless, unique, unrepeatable and
trait that formed and considered the very irreplaceable.
essence of humanity. Nobody can be considered - it is rooted in the nature of the
a man without nature. human. Dignity is not defined by outside factors
like intelligence, beauty, skills, etc. It is drives to
What is a Human Person?
seek what is good. Doing good deeds upholds
Human Person-is someone with an exact origin of and promotes dignity of the human person. The
his/her classification. From Biblical perspective, we came recognition of dignity is also the basis for the
from Adam and Eve. For Science, we came from an Ape recognition of the human rights.
under the class of Mammalia.
- Is typically with a body which is tangible and LIMITATIONS of the HUMAN PERSON
has three components composed of SOUL,
MIND, and SPIRIT. He or She is entitled and 1. Transcendence- it is the ability to surpass
granted rights and privileges by the state
limits. It is also one important trait that
where in he/she legally belong.
distinguishes the human person from other
-
beings in existence.
COGNITIVE AND THE PHYSICAL SELF
1. The Physical Self- (something can be seen in - Each individual carries within himself the
his/her physical appearance) which deals with possibility of transcending his limits by
the essential components of a human features exerting enough effort and perseverance.
of the human way of life, or THE WHO OF A - Our capacity for transcendence gives us the
PERSON which includes his/her body type, opportunity to work toward becoming
strength and appearance. better version of ourselves.
2. The Cognitive Self.- (something within and -
cannot be physically seen) is essential Note: “It is through our limitations tat
components of a human persons that deals with possibilities become real”
THE WHAT OF A PERSON which includes human
belief, desire, dreams and intensions.
The body limits us. Unlike birds that can fly, we
have no wings to make un fly. But with creative
HUMAN PERSON AS AN EMBODIED SPIRIT
1. Self-awareness- refers to person having a clear minds, we invented jets and planes to make us
perception of oneself, including his or her fly even farther than any birds.
thoughts, emotions, identity and actions.
- Is define by a deeper awareness that is Prepared by : -(J.Gerogalem)
driven by RATIONALITY or Human Thought.
A person is aware of both his or her
surroundings and himself or herself.

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