M3: The Human Person as an Embodied Spirit Flashcards
Represents the entire human race
Man
Most common and widespread species of primate, and the last surviving species of the genus Homosapiens
Human
Culture-bearing primate classified in the genus Homo, especially the H. sapiens
Human Being
An individual with self-awareness (personality), self-determination, and ability to interact with other and themselves
Person
Is physical with a body and includes a soul, mind, and spirit
Human Person
Has the rights and privileges granted by the state they belong to
Human Person
What are the seven (7) core elements in the definition of a human person?
(1) Rationality, (2) Self-consciousness, (3) Moral Agency, (4) Continuity of Identity, (5) Embodiment, (6) Rationality and Social Nature, (7) Autonomy and Free Will
Is seen as a rational being capable of logical thought, reasoning, and reflection
Rationality
Reflects on one’s existence, thoughts, and experiences
Self-consciousness
Ability for moral reasoning and ethical behavior; humans can differentiate between right and wrong and make ethical decisions
Moral Agency
A person remains the same over time if they retain the same memories and self-awareness, defined by continuity of consciousness
Continuity of Identity
The idea that personal identity is tied to having a physical body is also considered
Embodiment
Human persons are inherently social beings, defined in part by their relationships with others
Relationality and Social Nature
Ability to make independent choices and exercise free will (freedom)
Autonomy and Free Will
What are the six (6) images of human?
(1) A Machine, (2) A Animal, (3) An Economic Being, (4) A Sexual Being, (5) A Free Being, (6) A Social Being
Ability to perform or to do tasks; Efficiency and effectivity
A Machine
As part of animal kingdom; No qualitative difference; Biological drives
An Animal