FREEDOM OF THE HUMAN PERSON Flashcards
is fundamental to human existence, distinguishing
humans from animals.
freedom
he emphasized that “man is
condemned to be free,”
Philosopher Jean-Paul Sartre
“man is condemned to be free,” what does this text mean?
freedom is intrinsic to our nature.
is intrinsic to our nature
freedom
create their essence
through choices, as even inaction is a choice.
humans
Humans create their essence
through _______ as even inaction is a choice.
choices
he argues that perceived limitations are often self-
imposed.
Philosopher Jean-Paul Sartre
With freedom comes _____
responsibility
he emphasizes that individuals cannot escape the
consequences of their choices.
Philosopher Jean-Paul Sartre
He defines responsibility
as the “consciousness of being the incontestable author
of an event or an object.”
Philosopher Jean-Paul Sartre
consciousness of being the incontestable author
of an event or an object.
responsibility
he argues that when one chooses, they not only define themselves but also implicitly choose for others.
Philosopher Jean-Paul Sartre
is another essential
element when discussing freedom.
authenticity
To be _______ means being true to oneself and recognizing the freedom inherent in one’s choices.
authentic
a form of self-deception in which individuals deny their freedom and responsibility
bad faith