The document discusses the nature of human beings as social entities, emphasizing the importance of relationships and societal interactions in personal development. It explores philosophical theories from Enlightenment thinkers regarding the formation and role of society, contrasting views on human nature and social contracts. The common good is highlighted as essential for individual and societal well-being, requiring shared responsibility among all members of society.

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14. THE HUMAN PERSON
IN SOCIETY

15. 1. Have you ever wondered how
your world defined you?
2. Have you ever thought about your
place in this world and among the
people you interact with every day?
3. Have you ever reflected on how
your presence has affected the world
and people around you?

16. The human person exists to relate
with others.

17. The person is by nature a SOCIAL
BEING because he or she has a
tendency to go out of himself or
herself TO FORM BONDS and
relationships with others.

18. Throughout a person's life, he or she
experiences a variety of
RELATIONSHIPS that help SHAPE HIM
OR HER AS A PERSON.

19. Throughout a person's life, he or she
experiences a variety of
RELATIONSHIPS that help SHAPE HIM
OR HER AS A PERSON.

22. Infants first relate with their immediate
family and guardians as the source of
basic needs.

23. A friendship that begins in childhood
and continues into the teenage years.

24. As we grow up, we meet new colleagues and
understand our responsibilities.

25. Our freedom allows us to pursue activities
that help us achieve our goals and attain
happiness. As we navigate life and gain
experiences, we meet others who are on
similar paths.

26. The tendency to form groups is not
exclusive to human beings. Other animals
also create groups for mutual protection
and survival. Humans, however, are the
only beings capable of establishing a
society.

27. Humans, however, are the only beings
capable of establishing a society.

28. What is society?

29. What is society?
an organized group of people whose
members interact frequently and have a
common territory and culture.

30. Philosophers view society as the result of
intentional actions by individuals working
together toward a common goal. It is
distinct from other groups due to the
unique nature of the individuals involved
and the relationships they share.

31. As individual persons, members of
society can transform themselves and
attain development through their
interactions within society, In turn,
humans are also able to influence society
through their actions.

32. Society enables the emergence of
individualities and is essential for
human survival.

33. • An infant's survival relies on family
and human relationships.
• As individuals grow, they interact
with others outside the home,
forming friendships in various
settings like school and work.

34. Society provides support for personal
development, starting with education at
home and continuing in schools.
Education equips individuals with
knowledge and skills for effective
societal interaction.

35. Society influences the emergence of
specific traits and characteristics among
its members.

36. Cultural differences in family values:
• Filipinos emphasize family ties and care for the
elderly at home.
• Western cultures prioritize independence, often
placing elderly family members in retirement
homes.
• Western parents expect children to move out after
high school, while Filipino parents typically
continue supporting adult children living at home.

37. THE SOCIAL CONTRACT THEORY
During the enlightenment, social philosophers
ponderd the natural laws that govern human societies;
and in their discussions, several philosophers put forth
their theories regarding the formation of societies.

38. Enlightenment philosophers such as Thomas Hobbes,
John Locke, and Jean Jacques Rousseau, were
among the most prominent social theorists who
tackled the origins of the society. To fully understand
the true character of the society, they imagined human
as living in a so called “Natural State” .

39. The "natural state" is a theoretical concept used by
Enlightenment philosophers to understand the origins
of society and human behavior. It's imagines a world
without any established government, laws, or social
structures. In this state, humans are free from any
external constraints, living in a state of nature.

40. Thomas Hobbes, believed the natural state was a
"state of war," where individuals are driven by self-
preservation and fear, constantly competing for
resources and power. He believes that life in this state
is "solitary, poor, nasty, brutish, and short."

41. unlike Thomas Hobbes, John Locke believed that
humans in their natural state are not inherently driven
by conflict. Instead, he saw them as capable of reason
and cooperation. Locke argued that society is formed
through the consent of the governed, meaning that
people willingly agree to live under a government that
protects their rights and promotes their welfare.

42. John Rawls introduced the original position, a
hypothetical state of "veil of ignorance" where
individuals are unaware of their personal attributes
such as Gender, Race, or Social Status. From this
position, rational self-interest leads them to choose
principles creating a just and fair society for all.

43. David Gauthier contributed Self-Interest to the
social contract theories, He argues that self-interest is
a significant factor in building and maintaining
societies; individuals cooperate because it benefits
them, and this ultimately benefits society as a whole.

44. Society is built on the concept of the common good,
emerging from the human desire for survival and the
natural inclination toward goodness. People are driven
to form relationships and collaborate, recognizing that
others also seek what is good. When multiple
individuals work towards a shared good, a common
good is established among them.
SUMMARY

45. The common good encompases social conditions
enabling individuals and groups to achieve their goals
and well-being. Examples includes peace, clean
spaces, efficient transport, and effective public
services. All members of society benefit and share
responsibility for its achievement, creating
opportunities for individual and collective fulfillment.