FREEDOM OF THE HUMAN PERSON Flashcards

(27 cards)

1
Q

is fundamental to human existence, distinguishing
humans from animals.

A

freedom

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2
Q

he emphasized that “man is
condemned to be free,”

A

Philosopher Jean-Paul Sartre

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3
Q

“man is condemned to be free,” what does this text mean?

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freedom is intrinsic to our nature.

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4
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is intrinsic to our nature

A

freedom

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5
Q

create their essence
through choices, as even inaction is a choice.

A

humans

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6
Q

Humans create their essence
through _______ as even inaction is a choice.

A

choices

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7
Q

he argues that perceived limitations are often self-
imposed.

A

Philosopher Jean-Paul Sartre

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8
Q

With freedom comes _____

A

responsibility

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9
Q

he emphasizes that individuals cannot escape the
consequences of their choices.

A

Philosopher Jean-Paul Sartre

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10
Q

He defines responsibility
as the “consciousness of being the incontestable author
of an event or an object.”

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Philosopher Jean-Paul Sartre

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11
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consciousness of being the incontestable author
of an event or an object.

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responsibility

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12
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he argues that when one chooses, they not only define themselves but also implicitly choose for others.

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Philosopher Jean-Paul Sartre

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13
Q

is another essential
element when discussing freedom.

A

authenticity

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14
Q

To be _______ means being true to oneself and recognizing the freedom inherent in one’s choices.

A

authentic

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15
Q

a form of self-deception in which individuals deny their freedom and responsibility

A

bad faith

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16
Q

Sartre warns against

17
Q

He warns against “bad faith,”

A

Philosopher Jean-Paul Sartre

18
Q

requires individuals to
confront their choices and recognize that alternatives exist, even when faced with challenging
circumstances.

19
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When we embrace this, we acknowledge our power to shape our lives and hold ourselves accountable for our decisions.

20
Q

Freedom entails

21
Q

is both a gift and a burden

22
Q

It shapes our identity but also demands that we face the
anxieties of responsibility

23
Q

is crucial to human life, intertwined with
responsibility

24
Q

Embracing both allows individuals to become authentic beings, consciously choosing their actions and facing their consequences.

A

freedom and authenticity

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does not exist in isolation
freedom
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it involves others and leads to intersubjectivity—the recognition that our choices affect and are affected by the choices of others.
freedom
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the recognition that our choices affect and are affected by the choices of others.
intersubjectivity