The Human Person as an Embodied Spirit

Flashcards covering the philosophical definitions of man, the characteristics of the human person (Self-Awareness, Self-Determination, Externality, Dignity), the concept of the embodied spirit, and the nature of transcendence based on the lecture notes by Kennedy F. Vagay.

What is one of the foremost goals of philosophy according to the lecture?

An understanding of the nature and condition of the person.

How is the term "MAN" defined in a general philosophical context?

A general term used to refer to the entire human race.

What does the term "PERSON" refer to in the context of human recognition?

A human being granted recognition of certain rights, protection, responsibilities, and dignity; the totality of an individual possessing awareness, self-determination, and the capacity to interact.

How does the lecture define "PERSONHOOD"?

The state of being a person.

What is the specific use of the term "HUMAN BEING" mentioned in the transcript?

It is used to distinguish man from other animals.

What is "HUMAN NATURE"?

The characteristics that distinguish humans from all other creatures, forming the essence of humanity independent of cultural or societal influence.

What are the four main characteristics or traits of a human person discussed in the lecture?

Self-Awareness, Self-Determination, Externality, and Dignity.

In the context of the human person, what is "SELF-AWARENESS"?

A clear perception of oneself, including thoughts, emotions, identity, and actions, driven by rationality or human thought.

What is "interiority" as described in the lecture?

An "inner world" defined by personal thoughts and ideas, enabling a person to daydream, imagine, and reflect.

How is "SELF-DETERMINATION" defined?

The capability of persons to make choices and decisions based on their own preferences, monitor and regulate actions, and be goal-oriented.

What is the role of "FREE WILL" in a human person?

It enables actions whenever desired and makes self-determination possible by allowing the choice of a course of action from various alternatives.

How is "CONSEQUENCE" defined in the transcript?

The result or effect of an action or condition.

What does "Morality" refer to in the study of human action?

The goodness or badness of an act.

What is "EXTERNALITY" in the context of human traits?

The capability to reach out and interact with others and the world, based on the realization that we are not alone.

What philosophical principle is associated with the idea that man is a social being?

No man is an island.

How is "DIGNITY" defined for a human person?

The innate right to be valued and respected, stemming from the fact that every person has inherent worth.

Why do philosophers consider every human person to be "priceless"?

Because each person is unique, unrepeatable, and irreplaceable.

What is the "spirit" in relation to the human person?

The intangible element which enables the exercise of thought, awareness, interiority, and the capacity to reach out to the outside world.

What is "embodiment"?

The integration and union of the human body and spirit to form a whole.

How does the human body serve as a "mediator"?

It stands as a mediator between the material world and the spiritual world.

What is the definition of "Transcendence"?

The ability to surpass limits and overcome oneself by acknowledging limitations and identifying possibilities for development.

How does "FORGIVENESS" aid in transcendence?

It frees a person from anger and bitterness caused by the actions or words of another.

How is "VULNERABILITY" related to the human experience of meaning?

Acknowledging vulnerability allows a person to seek the help of others to live with meaning and direction.

What is the positive outcome of accepting "FAILURE"?

It makes a person hope and trust that all can be brought into good while confronting weaknesses and limitations.

According to the lecture, what can the experience of "LONELINESS" help a person realize?

That dependence on other people or gadgets is a possessiveness that one can be free from.

How does "LOVE" facilitate transcendence?

It opens something in a person that takes them beyond themselves to experience richness and positivity.