Lesson 10: Human Person in the Environment Flashcards
(56 cards)
The discipline that studies the moral relationships of human beings with the environment and its non-human contents
Environmental Philosophy
Based on this model, humans are superior and central to the universe, thus, it is human centered.
Anthropocentric Model
It is the ecological or relational integrity of the humans which provides meaning of our morals and values and it is nature centered. Devoted to preserving the totality of Earth’s biodiversity and the functioning of it’s life supporting system
Ecocentric Model
A pre-Socratic philosopher and scientist that talked about the creation - destruction
Anaximander
According to him, the sketch of the genesis of the world (cosmology), the evolution of the world begins with the generation of opposites in certain region Nature. (ANCIENT or MODERN THINKER?)
Anaximander, ANCIENT
According to him, “universe is a living embodiment of nature’s order, harmony and beauty.” (ANCIENT or MODERN THINKER?)
Pythagoras, ANCIENT
He sees our relationship with the universe involving biophilia and cosmophilia (ANCIENT or MODERN THINKER?)
Pythagoras, ANCIENT
love of other living things
biophilia
love of other living beings
cosmophilia
He believes that beauty is ultimately a symbol of morality (goodness). He believes that the orderliness of nature and the harmony of nature with our faculties guide us toward a deeper religious perspective. (ANCIENT or MODERN THINKER?)
Immanuel Kant, MODERN
According to him, we must ignore any practical motives or inclinations that we have and instead contemplate the object without being distracted by our desires. (ANCIENT or MODERN THINKER?)
Immanuel Kant, MODERN
He believes that the orderliness of nature and the harmony of nature with our faculties guide us toward a deeper religious perspective. (ANCIENT or MODERN THINKER?)
Immanuel Kant, MODERN
Talked about the power of humans over nature,
believed that humanity had dominated nature. There can only be changes if we will change our attitude towards our perception of the environment.
Herbert Marcuse
Believed that as human beings, we do not have only rights but duties. We are not only citizens of the community but how we react to this community and in our reaction to it, change it.
George Herbert Mead
THEORY that explained that ecological crisis is an outcome of anthropocentrism. The controlling attitude of humankind is extended to nature, where in fact humanity is part of nature.
Deep Ecology
THEORY that stated that ecological crisis results from authoritarian social structures. Destroying nature is a reflection wherein few people overpower others while exploiting the environment for profit or self interest.
Social Ecology
THEORY that argues that ecological crisis is a consequence of male dominance. In this view, whatever is “superior” is entitled to whatever is “inferior.”
Ecofeminism
An ecological philosophy developed by Norwegian philosopher _______ ________ in the early 1970’s asserting that all life forms have an equal right to exist.
Deep Ecology, Arne Naess
It is a critical social theory founded by American anarchist and libertarian socialist author ______________.
Social Ecology, Murray Bookchin
Also called ecological feminism, branch of feminism that examines the connections between women and nature. It’s name was coined by French feminist __________ ________________ in 1974.
Ecofeminism, Francoise d’Eaubonne
Defined as the ability to have good judgement that allows avoidance of dangers and risks
Prudence
The act of using money or other resources wisely and practicality
Frugality
FROMM’S VISION OF A NEW SOCIETY
Understanding one’s own potential and limitations
Self-awareness
FROMM’S VISION OF A NEW SOCIETY
Being fully present and attentive to the moment.
Mindfulness
