Introduction to the Philosophy of the Human Person Flashcards

Vocabulary practice flashcards covering fundamental philosophical concepts, branches, models of human-environment relations, types of freedom, and aspects of intersubjectivity based on the Grade 12 IPHP exam material.

Philosophy

The field of study that focuses on fundamental questions concerning ultimate causes, existence, knowledge, values, reason, mind, and language, originating from the Greek roots 'philos' (love) and 'sophia' (wisdom).

Logic

The branch of philosophy that studies the rules of correct and precise reasoning used in arguments.

Diogenes of Sinope

The philosopher who advocated living a simple and virtuous life.

Philosophical Questions

Questions that deal with ultimate causes, existence, values, happiness, and meaning, which are complex and difficult to answer directly.

Non-philosophical Questions

Questions that have clear, definite, and factual answers that can be directly verified through books and research.

Plato

A student of Socrates who established the Academy, one of the earliest institutions of higher learning in the Western world.

Holistic Thinking

A perspective that considers all economic, social, cultural, environmental, and other relevant aspects of a situation before proposing a solution.

Aesthetics

The branch of philosophy concerned with the nature and appreciation of beauty, form, and art.

Man

A term generally and commonly used to represent the entire human race.

Personhood

The state of being a person with a unique, sacred, and ethical status within oneself.

Embodied Spirit

The idea that the body is not separate from the soul, just as the soul is not separate from the body.

Transcendence

A state of being or existence that is above and beyond physical needs and realities.

Scandare

The Latin word meaning 'to climb,' from which the term 'transcendence' originates.

Doing Philosophy

The practice of asking the right questions, examining possible solutions, and conducting holistic inquiry.

Human Being

A term used to distinguish humans from other classifications of living beings, such as animals.

Environment

The natural world surrounding us, including the physical, biological, and ecological systems that support and sustain life on Earth.

Environmental Philosophy

The branch of philosophy that examines the moral relationship between human beings and the environment, including its non-human inhabitants.

Anthropocentric Model

An environmental philosophy model that views human beings as superior and central to the universe, presenting a human-centered worldview.

Biocentric Model

An environmental philosophy model that recognizes that all living organisms have inherent value and deserve respect and protection.

Ecocentric Model

An environmental philosophy model that views humans as part of a biological community and emphasizes the interconnectedness and interdependence of all living things within an ecosystem.

Frugality

The quality of being thrifty and economical in using resources while avoiding waste, lavishness, or extravagance.

Prudence

The practice of exercising good judgment, considering the consequences of one's actions, and acting with caution, reason, and decency.

Power of Volition

The capacity and ability of a human person to make their own choices and decisions.

Moral Freedom

The type of freedom that involves using choices in a manner that upholds human dignity and goodness, allowing one to perform actions considered right and wise.

Physical Freedom

The type of freedom referring to the absence of physical restraint, allowing a person to move freely and go wherever they choose.

Responsibility

The state of being accountable for one's own actions and their corresponding consequences.

Intersubjectivity

A philosophical concept, introduced by Edmund Husserl (1859–1938), referring to the mutual exchange of thoughts and feelings between two persons or subjects through empathy.

Edmund Husserl

The philosopher (1859–1938) credited with originally coining the term 'intersubjectivity'.

Seeming

An aspect of interpersonal interaction referring to the way a person presents or acts out a particular role when dealing with certain people or situations.

Dialogue

Deeper and more meaningful interactions and relationships with other people that are not confined to spoken words alone.

Ethics of Care

An ethical theory emphasizing the moral dimensions of relationships, care, and interactions with other people.

Empathy

The capacity to show compassion and understanding by feeling or understanding what another person is experiencing.

Sympathy

The feeling of pity or feeling sorry for another person without necessarily experiencing or understanding what that person is feeling.

Availability

The state where a person willingly makes himself or herself accessible to support, listen to, or assist another person in need.