Philosophy Flashcards
This is a social and political concept that has great significance in how people participate in society. This concept refers to the?
Freedom
The concept of freedom emerged as an important philosophical issue during this age of?
Enlightenment
He was a Catholic priest and one of the most important Medieval philosophers philosophers and Theologians.
St. Thomas Aquinas
This refers to rights that are innate in the person such as the right to life.
Natural Rights
It pertains to rights that are based on society’s customs and laws and are enacted by legislation and enforced by a government.
Legal Rights
Reason can legislate, but only through will can its legislation be transferred into action. From the choices below, which is considered the ultimate guide in understanding the very nature of one’s acts?
Intellect
This is a first type of freedom that comes to mind when talking about freedom.
Physical Freedom
St. Thomas Aquinas considers the human being as a moral agent. A moral agent is free to pursue any acts except:
To live a life of righteousness.
For Aristotle, a human being is a rational and a manifestation of divine characteristics. Which action shows the essence of rationality?
Seeking an apology from someone you offended or hurt.
In the wholeness of God’s creations, human beings have the unique power to change themselves and things around them for the better. Which of the following is related to morality and becomes a basis before and after every act?
Conscience
Which of the following best describes the philosophical concept of freedom?
Freedom is doing what is good for oneself and others.
Acts of man represent the inner character and self of every being regarding right and wrong. Which of the following laws delineates the decree of God and governs all creation?
Eternal Law
It is based on “first principles” which states that nothing exists without a sufficient reason for its being and existence. Which of the following laws supports that statement principle?
Natural Law
The Bill of Rights and the Constitution are two foundations of the inherent and sovereign rights and duties of every Filipino. Which law advocates such practice thereof?
Human Law
Accountability of human beings ensures a better disposition in life and all external acts will have a corresponding punishment. Which law is being referred to in the given premise?
Divine Law
This refers to using freedom in a manner that upholds dignity and goodness.
Moral Freedom
The will of humanity is an instrument of free choice and borne out by the actions of man. Which of the following is not part of the moral acts of man?
None from the given choices.
It is also called freedom of choice.
Psychological Freedom
What kind of freedom is defined as freedom from sin and living a life of righteousness?
Freedom in Theological Views
Every repeated choice that we make in the same scenario can develop into a __________. If this continues, it becomes one of your character traits.
Habit
Who is this existentialist philosopher whose emphasize freedom and responsibility?
Jean Paul Sartre
This is the ability of the person to act out of his or her own free will and self-determination.
Voluntariness
What concept refers to the person being accountable for their actions and consequences?
Responsibility
How is voluntariness related to responsibility?
Every day we take responsibility and voluntarily do the things we need to do to live a happy life or build a better society.