lesson about limitation and embodied.pptx

1. THE HUMAN PERSON AS AN
EMBODIED SPIRIT

2. By definition, it is generally and
commonly define to
represent the entire human race.
MAN

3. A term used to refer for various
classifications and species. For
a living man, human is under the
classification of Mamalia.
HUMAN

4. A term used to separate man
from other Human
Classifications
like animals.
HUMAN BEING

5. Refers to an individual who
possess self-awareness, self-
determination, rational mind, and
the capacity to Interact with
Other and with himself/herself.
PERSON

6. A general term refers to the state
of being a person with unique,
sacred and ethical status within
him/herself.
PERSONHOOD

7. A general term refers to the deepest and
natural behavior of a person that distinguish
human from animals.
A collective traits that formed and considered
the very essence of humanity. Nobody can be
considered man without human nature.
HUMAN NATURE

8. • From the biblical
perspective, we
came from Adam
and Eve.
HUMAN PERSON

9. • For Science, we
came from an Ape
under the Class:
Mamallia.
HUMAN PERSON

11. HUMAN PERSON
• A human person is
typically with a body
which is tangible and has
a three components
composed of
• SOUL, MIND and SPIRIT

12. two general kinds to
distinguish a human
person:
• cognitive self
• physical self

13. COGNITIVE SELF
(something within and cannot
be physically seen) is the
essential components of a
human persons that deals with
THE WHAT OF A PERSON which
includes human persons’ belief,
desire, dreams, and intentions.

14. PHYSICAL SELF
(something can be seen in
his/her physical appearance)
which deals with the essential
features of the Human way of
life or THE WHO OF A PERSON
which includes his/her body
type, strength and appearances.

15. SPIRIT
• This intangible element enables us to
exercise thought, possess awareness,
interiority, and the capacity to reach out
to the outside world and other people.

16. Embodiment
• The representation or expression of
something in a tangible or visible form,
enables us to do and experience all the
things that make us human persons.

17. EMBODIED SPIRIT
• In the context and views of Christian
philosophy, the embodiment of the spirit
particularly refers to the inseparable
union of human body and soul.
• Its also known to be the driving force
behind what we actually think, do and
say.

18. As an embodied
spirit human beings
demonstrate these
following qualities
(Abella, 2016):

19. Self- awareness
refers to person having a clear
perception of oneself, Including his or her
thoughts, emotions, identity, and actions

20. Self- awareness
The self enables a person to experience an
inner world of dreams,Thoughts,
imagination, fantasy

21. externality
A human person is able
to connect and interact
with another person, an
animal or an
inanimate object.

22. externality
even though human beings have interiority
they are not trapped inside their heads. They
are able to go beyond their limited selves
and embrace others.

23. interiority
we can direct the course of our
own life

24. interiority
This is what we call self-determination
which is
“the capability of persons to make
choices and decisions based on their
own preferences, monitor and regulate
their actions, and be goal oriented and
self-directed” (Abella 2016) Thus human

25. interiority
However since our actions are
based on our decisions we have
to realized
that every decision has a
consequence(s).

26. dignity
inherent value and importance.
That is why no amount of money
can equal the value of a
human life

27. dignity
Dignity is the right of a person to
be valued and respected for their
own sake, and to be treated
ethically

28. Limitations of the Human Persons
Human persons are biologically deficient
beings. This means that we are not
equipped with the best physical
attributes among all the beings in the
world.

29. Limitations of the Human Persons
Human persons
do not have the
natural ability
to fly.

30. Limitations of the Human Persons
Human persons
cannot also breathe
underwater without
the aid of a breathing
apparatus.

31. Definition of Terms
Possibility is defined by Merriam-Webster Dictionary as:
1. a chance that something might exist, happen, or be true;
2. the state or fact of being possible;
3. something that might be done or might happen;
4. something that is possible;
5. abilities or qualities that could make someone or something
better in the future.

32. Definition of Terms
Transcendence means:
1. exceeding usual limits or SURPASSING;
2. extending or lying beyond the limits of ordinary
experience;
3. in Kantian philosophy : being beyond the limits
of all possible experience and
knowledge

33. The Human Person as an Embodied Spirit
•As an embodied spirit, it provides us
numerous opportunities to explore
everything around us and even within us.
Though we enjoy a number of advantages
compared to other beings, still there are a
number of things that we naturally cannot
do.

34. The Human Person as an Embodied Spirit
• Despite these natural limitations, we have used
our intellect to devise means to achieve several
feats. We now use airplanes to fly, employ scuba
gear to swim underwater for extended periods,
and invented tools and machines to lift gear
weights and perform other feats well beyond
our physical capabilities.

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38. The Human Person as an Embodied Spirit
The ability to surpass limits is called
transcendence. Our mind is an important
tool that allows us to go beyond many of
our physical limits. As persons, we are able
to exercise our imagination and reflection
to go beyond our own thoughts and
experiences.

39. The Human Person as an Embodied Spirit
Although we have physical limitations,
we can transcend them because of our
spiritual dimensions. Being physically
limited in our abilities does not prevent
us from hoping for or aspiring to greater
things.

40. The Human Person as an Embodied Spirit
Transcendence also means overcoming
oneself or being in control even if the body
reminds us of certain tendencies. Although
these tendencies are felt, the person can
govern them and ensure that they are
exercised within the bounds of reason.

41. The Human Person as an Embodied Spirit
A person who has
no control over his
or her eating habit
eventually becomes
unhealthy and
develops an eating
disorder.

42. The Human Person as an Embodied Spirit
A person who allows
the pleasures of
dangerous drugs to
rule over him
becomes a drug
addict.

43. The Human Person as an Embodied Spirit
IDENTIFIED LIMITATIONS OF THE
MEMBERS OF THE GROUP
ACTION TOWARDS TRANSCENDENCE

44. The Human Person as an Embodied Spirit
In summary, the essence of transcendence is
to acknowledge our limitations, identify
possibilities for development, and change
ourselves for the better. It maybe physical or
behavioral change such as trying a new sport
or hobby or adopting a healthier life style.

45. The Human Person as an Embodied Spirit
You can also take on a mental challenge
such as learning a new skill or doing
better in your studies.

46. The Human Person as an Embodied Spirit
Our possibilities for transcendence give
us the opportunity to work toward
becoming better versions of ourselves.

47. The Human Person as an Embodied Spirit
• POETRY MAKING