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Intersubjectivity

The philosophical concept that explores the shared understanding between individuals and the awareness of each other's existence.

I-Thou

The highest level of relationship where individuals recognize each other as subjects and engage in loving interaction.

I-It

A level of relationship that treats others as objects, lacking recognition of their personhood.

Awareness of the other

The recognition of another person as an individual separate from oneself.

Martin Buber

A philosopher known for his work on interpersonal relationships and the 'I-Thou' concept.

Philosophy of Dialogue

A concept by Martin Buber emphasizing the importance of genuine communication and interaction between individuals.

I-He/She

A level of relationship where one acknowledges and values another as a person.

Responsibility of love

The obligation of one person ('I') towards another person ('thou') in a relationship.

Apeiron

A term by Anaximander meaning 'the boundless' or 'limitless,' believed to be the source of all things.

Speciesism

Discrimination against nonhuman species, critiqued by philosophers like Peter Singer.

Vegetarianism

The practice of abstaining from eating meat, based on ethical considerations regarding animal sentience.

Deontology

An ethical framework that emphasizes duties and rules over the outcomes of actions.

Utilitarianism

An ethical theory that values actions based on their usefulness and utility.

Rule of Reciprocity

A principle from Confucianism stating we should treat others as we wish to be treated.

Cosmocentric philosophy

An early philosophical view that centers on understanding the universe and its elements.

Thales of Miletus

Pre-Socratic philosopher who theorized that water is the fundamental substance of life.

Heraclitus

Philosopher known for his belief that change is central to life, symbolized by fire.

Leucippus and Democritus

Philosophers who developed the concept of atoms as the indivisible components of matter.

Environmental Ethics

The study of moral principles and their application to human interactions with the environment.

Judeo-Christian perspective

A viewpoint rooted in religious teachings regarding humanity's stewardship over creation.

Summum bonum

Aquinas’s principle that God is the ultimate good, guiding ethical behavior.

Governmental Environmental Programs

Legislation aimed at protecting environmental quality, such as RA 9275 and RA 8749.

Philosophical concept

An idea or theory that seeks to address fundamental questions about existence and understanding.

Self-other interaction

The dynamic relationship between an individual's sense of self and their recognition of others.

Transcendence

The process of surpassing ordinary limits, often relating to relationships and personal growth.

Existential recognition

The awareness that individuals are 'who' rather than 'what,' affirming their humanity.

Gravity of existence

The significant ethical implications of recognizing our interconnectedness with others.

Empathy

The ability to understand and share the feelings of another, vital for the I-Thou relationship.

Moral obligation

The responsibility one has to act in ways that recognize the worth of others.

Responsiveness

The quality of engaging actively with the needs and existence of others.

Mastery

treating others as means to an end

friendship

valuing their intrinsic worth

Dialogical engagement

The active process of communicating and responding to the other in a meaningful way.

Cosmology

The study of the universe's origin, structure, and eventual fate as understood by early philosophers.

Philosophical inquiry

The process of exploring fundamental concepts and issues through critical thinking and dialogue.

Human Dignity

The inherent worth of every human being, requiring respectful treatment by others.

Phenomenology

The philosophical approach focusing on individuals' lived experiences and perceptions.

Existentialism

A philosophical movement emphasizing individual existence, freedom, and choice.

Interpersonal responsibility

The duty individuals hold towards recognizing and valuing others in their relationships.

Philosophers of antiquity

Early thinkers who sought to understand existence and humanity's place in the universe.

Sentient beings

Living creatures capable of feeling and perceiving, deserving ethical consideration.

Interconnectedness of life

The recognition that all life forms are related and impact one another within the ecosystem.

Moral relativism

The belief that moral judgments are shaped by cultural, societal, or personal contexts.