Module 6.2_The Human Person and his Intersubjectivity

Page 1: Introduction

  • Title: Intersubjectivity and the Human Person in Society

  • Focus: Exploring the concept of intersubjectivity in relation to the human person.

  • Affiliation: TOP ROOSCHOOL FEU ROOSEVELT.

Page 2: Concept Definition

  • Topic: Intersubjectivity

  • Definition: The mutual, shared understanding between people, which is fundamental to human relationships and society.

Page 3: Martin Buber

  • Profile: Jewish existentialist philosopher.

  • Origins: Born in Vienna, raised in Jewish tradition.

  • Key Work: "I and Thou" (1923) explores the human person’s total existence and relationships.

Page 4: Buber’s I-Thou Philosophy

  • Definition: Emphasizes the human person as a unique subject, distinct from objects.

  • Wholeness: Achieved through relationships with others, not self-focused.

  • Meaning and Purpose: Derived from connections with people, objects, and experiences.

  • Characteristics: Reflects acceptance, sincerity, concern, respect, dialogue, and care in relationships.

Page 5: Buber on Love

  • Quote: "Love does not cling to the I in such a way as to have the Thou only for its 'content'; love is between love and Thou.” - Martin Buber

Page 6: Ich-Es (I-It) Relationship

  • Description: A subject-object dynamic lacking mutuality.

  • Nature: One experiences and uses others, treating them as mere objects.

  • Monologue: Interaction is a self-centric view rather than a dialogue.

Page 7: Ich-Es (I-It) Relationship Specifics

  • Context: Social issues like sexual harassment and oppression of women/children.

  • Example: Relationships with inanimate objects, treated functionally rather than relationally.

Page 8: Pope John Paul II

  • Full Name: Karol Wojtyla.

  • Contribution: Addressed challenges of religion and media's impact on spirituality.

  • Papacy: Elected on October 16, 1978, as the 264th pope.

Page 9: Key Achievements of Pope John Paul II

  • Role in Politics: Helped in the fall of communism in Poland.

  • Encyclical: "Fides et ratio" critiques the narrow definition of humanity as "Rational animal."

  • Human Definition: Describes humans as conscious beings with will and self-determination.

Page 10: Wojtyla (We-Relation)

  • Identity: Revealed through actions and choices.

  • Community: Emphasizes communal life and participation in society.

Page 11: Wojtyla and Filipino Perspective

  • Cultural Aspect: Filipinos value harmony with others and nature.

  • Weltanschauung: A non-dualistic worldview that promotes interpersonalism.

Page 12: Concept of Loob

  • Definition: Interlinked with religious beliefs and experiences.

  • Harmony and Community: Loob fosters personal and social connections.

  • Social Responsibility: Awareness that individual freedom comes with social obligations.

Page 13: Stages to Commune with God

  • Faith (Spirit): Initial acceptance of natural laws as divine.

  • Reason (Intellect): Attempting to rationalize and understand divine laws.

  • Experience (Physical): Overcoming worldly attachments through experiences.

Page 14: Utang na Loob

  • Meaning: The obligation incurred when one receives a favor.

  • Community Impact: Reinforces family bonds and interpersonal relations.

Page 15: Philosophers on Human Experience

  • Commonality: Both Buber and Wojtyla emphasize concrete experience of the human person.

  • Recognition: Not losing sight of oneself in human experiences.

Page 16: Philosophers’ Shared Beliefs

  • Relation: Emphasis on interpersonal (Buber) and social (Wojtyla) dimensions.

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Page 18: Contributions of PWDs and Underprivileged Sectors

  • Focus: Appreciating talents of Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) and the underprivileged.

Page 19: Terminology in Disability

  • Importance: “Person with Disability” maintains dignity, contrasting with “Disabled person.”

Page 20: Parents of PWDs

  • Emotional Journey: Feelings of shock, sorrow, and guilt upon acknowledging a child's disability.

  • Terminology: Emphasizing respect and dignity in language about disability.

Page 21: Famous PWDs

  • Example: Vincent Van Gogh (Mental illness, painter).

Page 22: Famous PWDs

  • Example: Ludwig Van Beethoven (Deaf, composer/musician).

Page 23: Famous PWDs

  • Example: Apolinario Mabini (Paralytic, educator, and lawyer).

Page 24: Personal Reflection

  • Prompt: Effects of disability in life and perceptions thereof.

Page 25: Emotional Responses from Parents

  • Feelings of hopelessness and questioning.

  • Coping Mechanisms: Some view disabilities as blessings; others worry about future implications.

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Page 27: Poverty Dimensions

  • Definition: Poverty is multi-faceted, affecting various aspects of life.

Page 28: Poverty Measures

  • Components: Income, health, education, empowerment, and working conditions.

Page 29: Income Poverty

  • Definition: Poverty often measured by a lack of cash and employment.

Page 30: Health Deprivation

  • Importance: Poor health is a significant component of poverty, reflecting overall capacity to meet basic needs.

Page 31: Human Rights and Global Poverty

  • Relevance: Human rights frame the issues of poverty and justice for marginalized sectors.

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Page 34: Rights of Women - Historical Perspectives

  • Quote: "Women should be educated to please men" - Jean-Jacques Rousseau.

Page 35: Mary Wollstonecraft's Arguments

  • Advocated for education and equal rights for women.

  • Critique of society's limited view of women's roles.

Page 36: Women's Empowerment

  • Key Points: Dignity, self-respect, and financial independence.

Page 37: Reflection on Social Issues

  • Prompts: Feelings regarding children begging and oppression of women.

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Page 39: Authentic Dialogue

  • Definition: Acceptance of others regardless of differences.

Page 40: We Are Conversation - Martin Heidegger

  • Key Argument: Human existence is defined through conversation and dialogue.

Page 41: Heidegger’s View on Dialogue

  • Importance of mutual tuning and deeper understanding in conversations.

Page 42: Buber’s Perspective on Dialogue

  • Definition: Life dialogues foster mutual awareness and acceptance without objectification.

Page 43: Wojtyla’s View on Authentic Dialogue

  • Definition: Genuine sharing of selves amongst individuals.

Page 44: Philosophers on Dialogue

  • Common Themes: Emphasize mutual sharing, acceptance, and sincerity.

Page 45: Intersubjectivity and Technology

  • Innovation in IT should not overshadow human uniqueness and connections.