FREEDOMGrade12introductionforphilosophy.pptx

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9. FREEDOM OF THE HUMAN PERSON

10. Freedom is an intrinsic property of a person . An important indication of human freedom is the ability to make choices and perform actions. Our freedom sets us apart from other beings.

11. Freedom is an intrinsic property of a person . An important indication of human freedom is the ability to make choices and perform actions. Our freedom sets us apart from other beings.

12. What is the essence of freedom?

13. What is the essence of freedom? Freedom is understood as the power to be what you want to be and the ability to decide and create yourself. Freedom is rooted in the human person’s self-determination and the exercise of intellect and free will.

14. 3 Kinds of Freedom Physical Freedom Psychological Freedom Moral Freedom

15. 3 Kinds of Freedom Physical Freedom Psychological Freedom Moral Freedom Freedom of choice The person is free to perform actions that he or she considers right A person is free to act/not to act.

16. Psychologycal Freedom Moral Freedom Physical Freedom Using freedom in a way it upholds human dignity and goodness A person becomes more free when he/she uses his/her freedom well. Becomes “ less free ” when she uses it wrongly.

17. Moral Freedom Physical Freedom Psychological Freedom Refers to the absence of any physical restraints. To go where one wants to go; not to be impeded by any physical force.

18. Elements of Freedom Voluntariness Responsibility

19. Elements of Freedom Voluntariness Responsibility This is the ability of the person to act out of his or her own free will and self-determination. It also means that a person may act even if he or she is required or called to take action.

20. Voluntariness Responsibility It refers to the person being accountable for his or her actions and their consequences. Taking responsibility can either mean a person voluntarily taking responsibility for his or her own actions, or being held responsible by other people.

21. Human Acts and Acts of Man

22. Human Acts It is referred as the human activity of man as man by which he obtains an end he wants to obtain. Human acts are the rational acts of human person which involve understanding and free will. Human act can be morally good or morally bad. Three essential attributes of Human Acts: 1. Knowledge - It is performed conciously. 2. Free Will - It is performed freely. 3. Voluntary - It is done willfully. Any actions that lack of these attributes are not considered as Human Acts.

23. Acts of Man Acts of man are instinctive and voluntary. These are actions done under the circumstances of ignorance, fear, passsion, violence, and habits. Ignorance - Lack of knowledge in a certain thing. Fear - It is a mental disorder brought on by the apprehension of some present or imminent danger. Passion - Considered as mental responce, either tendencies towards desirable objects or tendencies away from undesirable objects. Violence - Is a forced exerted on a person by another person in order to compel him to perform a certain action against his will. Habits - Is a constant that tends to influence one to perform repeatedly similar actions. (Ex. Eating, walking, blinking of eye, etc.)

24. Freedom of Choice and It’s Consequences and Limits Freedom of choice allows individuals to make decisions as they see fit. Every choice has consequences, and it’s crucial to consider these when making decisions. However, freedom has limits; choices that harm oneself or others, must be avoided, as all actions and decisions come with potential effects on the individual and those around them.

25. Individuals Known for their Ideas about Freedom of the Human Person

26. Is Freedom ABSOLUTE?

27. Absolute freedom means no form of hindrance that would prevent anything you want to do.

28. This answers the question that freedom is NOT absolute! Because it always has limitations and is always coupled with Voluntariness and Responsibility.

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