Freedom of the Human Person

These flashcards cover key vocabulary and concepts related to freedom, human acts, and the responsibilities that accompany them.

Freedom

The power to act or right to act, speak or think as you want without hindrance or restraint.

Physical Freedom

The absence of any physical restraint allowing movement from one place to another.

Psychological Freedom

The innate ability to perform actions that one considers right and wise, also known as freedom of choice.

Moral Freedom

Using freedom in a way that upholds human dignity and goodness.

Voluntariness

The ability of a person to act out of his or her own free will and self-determination.

Responsibility

Being accountable for one's actions and their consequences.

Absolute Freedom

No hindrance preventing someone from doing what they want; however, it has limitations and must be coupled with responsibility.

Human Acts

Rational acts involving understanding and free will, which can be morally good or bad.

Acts of Man

Instinctive or involuntary actions that occur under ignorance, fear, passion, violence, habits, and biological movements.

Prudence

The act of making good judgments to avoid risks and harm in decision-making.