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Introduction To The
PhilosophyOf The
Human Person
Module 3 - Quarter 1
The Human Person as an
Embodied Spirit
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Introduction To The
PhilosophyOf The
Human Person
Module 3 - Quarter 1
The Human Person as an
Embodied Spirit
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
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
For the learners: 1
To be guided in achieving the objectives of For the teacher:
this module, do the following: To facilitate and ensure the students’
learning from this module, you are
1. Read and follow instructions
encouraged to do the following (you
carefully.
may edit this part):
2. Write all your ANSWERS in your
PHILOSOPHY ACTIVITY 1. Clearly communicate learning
NOTEBOOK. competencies and
3. Answer the pretest before going objectives
through the lessons. 2. Motivate through applications
4. Take note and record points for and connections to real life.
clarification. 3. Give applications of the theory
5. Compare your answers against 4. Discuss worked-out examples
the key to answers found at the 5. Give time for hands-on
end of the module. unguided classroom work and
6. Do the activities and fully discovery
understand each lesson. 6. Use formative assessment to
7. Answer the self-check to monitor give feedback
what you learned in each lesson. 7. Introduce extensions or
8. Answer the posttest after you generalizations of concepts
have gone over all the lessons. 8. Engage in reflection questions
9. Encourage analysis through
higher order thinking prompts
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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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.
● I am a person.
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● I am alive. ● I exist.
● I am here. I am present.
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-spirit160195332
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http://www.planctondiving.cat/en/diving/
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-andtranscendence
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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\ WHAT I HAVE LEARNED?
ACTIVITY 3.1.1: One’s Limitations and
Possibilities
0–3
4–7
8 – 11
12 – 15
16 up
Let’s check your learning’s? If so, then you must be identifying different
limitations!
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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-05-2017facebook-
593204357
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”.
● 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.
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● RECOGNIZE AND EVALUATE OWN LIMITATIONS AND
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.
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
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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
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.
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8. Which of the following statement is true?
1. Transcendence is for younger ages.
2. Transcendence is similar to self-actualization.
a. Statement 2
b. Both statements 1 and 2
c. Neither statement 1 nor 2
d. Statement 1
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
REFERENCES
1. https://www.slideshare.net/kazekage15/the-human-person-as-an-
embodiedspirit-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-embodiedspirit?
qid=bbd9211d-d5d2-4e03-b8c6cd5579dd49e0&v=&b=&from_search=2
6. https://www.slideshare.net/mayoyoon/human-person-as-an-
embodiedspiritdocx?qid=b1515286-d7cc-48f8-af96-
80e9bdfb32e6&v=&b=&from_search=3
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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-
embodiedspirit-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-
embodiedspirit?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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