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IntroPhilo11 Q1 Mod3 The Human Person As An Embodied Spirit Version 3
Introduction To The
Philosophy Of The
Human Person
Module 3 - Quarter 1
The Human Person as an
Embodied Spirit
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Introduction to the Philosophy of the Human Person
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Quarter 1 – Module 3: The Human Person as an Embodied Spirit
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SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL
Introduction To The
Philosophy Of The
Human Person
Module 3 - Quarter 1
The Human Person as an
Embodied Spirit
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Table of Contents iv
Overview 1
General Instructions 1
Lesson 3: The Human Person as an Embodied Spirit 2
What I Need to Know 2
Lesson 3.1 Human body imposes limits and possibilities for transcendence 3
What’s In 3
Activity 3.1.1 One’s Limitations and Possibilities 7
Activity 3.1.2 One’s Limitations and Possibilities 8
Lesson 3.2 Limitations and Possibilities for Transcendence 8
Activity 3.2 Limitations and Possibilities for Transcendence 11
What I have Learned 12
Assessment 13
Answer Key 15
References 16
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OVERVIEW
Good day learners! Congratulations on making it this far in Introduction to the
Philosophy of the Human Person. We continue now with the next topic at hand, the
Freedom of the Human Person. In this module, we will explore the concept of freedom and
the different aspects connected to it. Further, we will examine different situations in our life
wherein the importance of our choices is emphasized. Afterwards, we will test how far you
have understood the lesson through short tests as well as reflective activities.
GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
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Lesson The Human Person as an
3 Embodied Spirit
One of the leading subjects in the course Introduction to the Philosophy of the
Human Person is the idea that the human person is an embodied spirit. So, what do
we exactly mean by “embodied spirit”?
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WHAT I KNOW?
Before we start with the module, let us check what you
already know about this course by answering this!
Let us check!
WHAT’S IN IT?
Lesson 3.1. Human body imposes limits and possibilities
for transcendence
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HUMAN COMPOSITION OF MAN
MAN (from Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia) The English term “man” is
derived from a Proto-Indo European root *man - (see Sanskrit/Avestan Manu-,
Slavic mǫž "man, male"). It is the general term commonly used to refer to the entire
human race. Other related terms, humanity, mankind, and humankind.
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Try saying these!
● I am a person.
● I am alive.
● I exist.
● I am here. I am present.
● I am living at this very moment.
Let’s examine
● Little Jose is playing in the living room while his mom is in the kitchen.
He accidentally bumps into a table, causing a vase to fall. Upon hearing,
his mom went to the living room and saw him, standing near the broken
vase. She asked, “Did you break the vase?” What do you think Jose‘s
answer will be?
Externality refers to the capability of a person to reach out and interact with others
and the world.
Dignity refers to the innate right to be valued and respected. Philosophers consider
all humans as having an inherent worth or value. “You’re worthless!” is an insult
since it attacks the very notion of a person having value or worth.
https://www.slideshare.net/AllanBasuga/t
he-human-person-as-an-embodied-spirit-
160195332
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Human persons cannot breathe
underwater without the aid of
breathing device.
http://www.planctondiving.cat/en/diving/
LIMITATIONS CAN LEAD TO POSSIBILITIES
Why do we want to be in
a hurry to achieve or
have something which is
not yet?
Why do we hold on or
lament on something
which is no longer?
It is the people closest to
us that we most often
neglect.
https://www.slideshare.net/PrmSalsag/the-body-as-limitation-and-
transcendence
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The Body as Intermediary
But can words really capture the things we want to express? But this limitation can
also be an advantage...
In most cases, words are not enough. EXAMPLE: Magbabago Na Ako Promise!!!
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4–7
8 – 11
12 – 15
16 up
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WHAT CAN I DO?
ACTIVITY 3.1.2: One’s Limitations and
Possibilities
DIRECTIONS: Answer the following questions in your
notebook.
1. What are your limitations as a person? What are the things that you consider
as difficult or hard for you to accomplish or believe in?
2. What are your strengths? What are the possible things or status that you can
reach or achieve in the future?
3. What are the factors affecting your limitations? How about possibilities?
4. Do you see yourself improving in 5 – 10 years’ time? How can you say that
you are improving?
5. How can you go beyond your current limitations?
Let’s check your learning’s? If so, then you must be identifying different
limitations!
WHAT’S NEW?
LESSON 3.2: Limitations and Possibilities for
Transcendence
Many people admire Mark Zuckerberg
being a co-founder and CEO of the
social-networking website Facebook,
which he started in his college dorm room at Harvard
University. He’s one of the world’s youngest billionaires in
this generation.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mark_Zuckerberg
https://www.shutterstock.com/image-
photo/valencia-spain-march-05-2017-
facebook-593204357
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Let us find out the answers in this lesson!
The previous example talks about transcendence or a state of “existence above and
beyond the limits of material experience.”
Transcendence originated from the words Trans, meaning “go beyond”, and
scandare, meaning “climb”.
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SOCIAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL LIMITATIONS
- socioeconomic status
- location of neighborhood (e.g. armed, disorganized, or violent neighborhood)
- abusive relationships (e.g. emotional abuse)
negative influences (e.g. drug use)
● OVERCOMING LIMITATIONS
Bodily limits can be tested by trying on new experiences and working on challenges
with increasing levels of difficulty. The human body, if given enough exposure to any
situation, can attain a goal with efficiency.
Social and environmental limitations are more difficult to overcome than bodily
limitations because they involve the influence of other people and the external world.
However, with a proper mindset, clearly defined goals, and motivation to rise above
challenges, one may successfully overcome his or her limitations.
TIPS
The terms “transcendent” and transcendental” should not be used interchangeably.
According to Immanuel Kant, “transcendent” is a term used to refer to God, while
“transcendental” refers to all other matter.
While transcendence may not occur for everyone, all people have the capacity to
experience it regardless of any sociodemographic, biological, or personal factors.
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WHAT CAN I DO?
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WHAT I HAVE LEARNED?
Discover and try it on the following questions and
answer them briefly on your activity notebook.
1. The world continues to change quickly.
Nowadays, the generation gap can easily be
seen in everyday life because of new technological advances being
introduced at a fast pace.
In your personal experience, does technological advancement limit or
improve the possibility for transcendence? Why? Why not?
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2. Look around you. Observe the environment and identify possible factors that
may limit transcendence. You may also put yourself in the position of those
who experience such limitations. Identify ways on how you may overcome
those challenges.
What do you think? Is reaching transcendence always a good thing? Why?
Why not?
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Assessment
Direction: Read each item carefully and choose the letter of
the correct answer. Write your answers on a separate sheet
of paper.
1. What do you call the state of being or existence above and beyond the limits
of material experience?
a. Transition
b. Transcendence
c. Transformation
d. Transgression
6. Magie is a poor 17-year old girl whose ultimate dream is to finish her studies.
What can she do to make her dream possible?
a. Join the school choir to lessen her stress in her studies
b. Start on organization that fights for human rights
c. Work during her free time to gain extra money for school
d. Read books on her own
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7. Why do some people fail to experience transcendence?
a. They have a feeling that it will not occur.
b. They are not meant to experience it.
c. They are not hardworking.
d. They have a goal that is too challenging for them to achieve.
Congratulations!
You have completed your journey in
this module.
You did a great job!
It’s now time to go on to the next
adventure…
Good luck!
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ANSWER KEY
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REFERENCES
1. https://www.slideshare.net/kazekage15/the-human-person-as-an-embodied-
spirit-limitations-and-transcendence
2. https://www.researchgate.net/publication/41547202_What_Does_it_Mean_to
_Live_a_Fully_Embodied_Spiritual_Life
3. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Man
4. https://padlet.com/cscjmnz/JimenezxJarilla
5. https://www.slideshare.net/LjJugo/human-person-as-embodied-
spirit?qid=bbd9211d-d5d2-4e03-b8c6-
cd5579dd49e0&v=&b=&from_search=2
6. https://www.slideshare.net/mayoyoon/human-person-as-an-embodied-
spiritdocx?qid=b1515286-d7cc-48f8-af96-
80e9bdfb32e6&v=&b=&from_search=3
7. https://www.slideshare.net/jeromecastelo/the-human-person-as-an-
embodied-spirit-152689721?qid=b1515286-d7cc-48f8-af96-
80e9bdfb32e6&v=&b=&from_search=6
8. https://www.slideshare.net/kazekage15/the-human-person-as-an-embodied-
spirit-limitations-and-transcendence?qid=b1515286-d7cc-48f8-af96-
80e9bdfb32e6&v=&b=&from_search=1
9. https://www.slideshare.net/PrmSalsag/the-body-as-limitation-and-
transcendence
10. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QntjdDLcTrw
11. https://www.slideshare.net/jomarienel/lesson-3-the-human-as-an-embodied-
spirit?next_slideshow=1
12. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lEojQSVMIZo
13. https://depedrovcatanduanes.com/files/11-Intro-to-Philo-AS-v1.0.pdf
14. https://www.slideshare.net/charinacastillano123/human-asanembodiedspirit
15. https://padlet.com/pasamontem/philoperftask
16. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JBTnhWEWf38
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