THE HUMAN PERSON IN SOCIETY
Describe yourself in relation to the following. Complete
the following statements.
In my family, I am the…
My family has made me…
In my school, I consider myself…
My school has helped me become…
In my community, I am a…
My community has enabled me to..
What is society? What drives human beings to establish societies?
Have you ever pondered how your world has defined you? Have you ever
thought about your place in this world and among the people you interact with
every day? Have you ever reflected on how your presence has affected the world
and people around you? The human person exists to relate with others. 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. Throughout a person's life,
he or she experiences a variety of relationships that help shape him or her as a
person. Infants first relate with their immediate family and guardians as the source
of basic needs. As they grow, they expand their horizons and start relating with
people who are not part of their immediate family. They establish friendships
beginning in their childhood and into their teenage and adult years. They also
learn how to deal with other figures of authority aside from their parents or
guardians. As we grow into adulthood, our relationships and responsibilities also
change because we play more significant roles in the communities we live in.
THE SOCIAL CONTRACT THEORY
During the Enlightenment, social philosophers pondered the natural laws
that govern human societies, and in their discussions, several philosophers put
forth their theories regarding the formation of societies.
Enlightenment philosophers such as Thomas Hobbes, John Locke, and Jean
Jacques Rousseau were among the most prominent social theorists who tackled
the origins of human society. To fully understand the true character of society,
they imagined humans as living in a so-called "natural state," removed from
modernity and civilization. Examining humans in their natural state afforded
these philosophers an opportunity to discuss the origins of society and relate
them to other concepts such as man's intrinsic nature and liberty. Various views
emerged to explain the developments that brought about the emergence of
human society.
“Social contract” an agreement where individuals sacrifice an amount of of
their freedom and submit to a higher authority. In this way, society is able to
function and meet the needs of the many, ensuring the survival of humanity.
“Consent of the governed” Locke`s social contract is a convenant among
individuals to cooperate and share the burden of upholding the welfare of
society. Also, the authority established to run society should reflect the ideals
of the people who organized it. Should this authority fail to uphold its
obligation or live up to the ideals of the people, it will be discarded and
replaced with a new one.
“General will” Rousseau believed that even if the people are the ones who
organized society and established an authority or government, in extreme
cases, the government is able to impose its will on the people. This is based
on the assumption that the people have empowered the government to act
on their behalf, and that it is considered to be the best judge of what is most
Beneficial for society.
“Original position” to explain social imagination social information. John Rawls
he imagined humans have a “veil of ignorance” or no knowledge of one`s
own characteristics such as gender,race, or social status. In this state, humans
would naturally seek a just and fair society in an effort to look out for their
own interests.
“Self-interest” a significant factor of building and maintaining societies. People
choose to cooperate since it is a beneficial to meet their self-interest.
“Common good” Philosophers who discussed the origins of society traced the
emergence of society to the human desire to achieve the goal of survival.
What are the different forms of societies?
The development of societies throughout history shows the development of
humankind in response tp changing surroundings and historical developments.
The various forms of societies that emerged include the following:
Hunting and gathering society- This is recognized as the earliest and
simplest form of society. It is generally characterized by its small size
and is composed mainly of families. They are nomadic because they
spend most of their time searching for food and thus, have no permanent
territory.
Pastoral society – This type of society is characterized by the
domestication of animals for food for a more stable and predictable
food supply. Pastoral communities have larger populations than hunting
and gathering societies and remain longer in one place. In addition,
pastoral societies often produce surplus food and resources, which they
trade with other societies.
Horticultural society- Horticultural societies involve small-scale plant
cultivation and animal domestication, with semi-nomadic lifestyles and
clear gender-based roles. Members often move to new areas when
resources are depleted, and surplus goods can create inequalities. In
these societies, family and clan bonds are strong, and tasks are
assigned by tradition, with men typically engaging in farming and
hunting, while women focus on domestic duties.
Agrarian societies- are an advancement of horticultural and pastoral
societies, characterized by large-scale agriculture, advanced
technology, and tools for farming. These improvements lead to increased
production and population growth.
Feudal society is centered around land ownership, with
rulers granting land to vassals, who are served by
peasants. Social structure is hierarchical, with landowners
at the top and peasants at the bottom, dependent on each
other for resources and protection. People in feudal
societies value family and community relations and are
resistant to change, adhering to traditional hierarchies.
Industrial society emerged from the Industrial Revolution
and is characterized by the use of machinery for
production. It led to increased trade, improved living
standards, and the growth of factories and public
education. However, it also caused greater wealth
inequality. Social relations in industrial societies are less
family- or community-oriented and more impersonal,
focused on workplaces and economic class divisions.
Feudal society is centered around land ownership, with rulers granting land to
vassals, who are served by peasants. Social structure is hierarchical, with landowners at
the top and peasants at the bottom, dependent on each other for resources and
protection. People in feudal societies value family and community relations and are
resistant to change, adhering to traditional hierarchies.
Industrial society emerged from the Industrial Revolution and is characterized by the
use of machinery for production. It led to increased trade, improved living standards,
and the growth of factories and public education. However, it also caused greater wealth
inequality. Social relations in industrial societies are less family- or community-oriented
and more impersonal, focused on workplaces and economic class divisions.
Post-industrial- society is defined by a focus on knowledge,
information, and services rather than traditional industry.
Advanced technology and the generation, storage, and
manipulation of information play a central role. Members of this
society have higher education and specialized roles. Virtual
societies, organized through communication technology and the
Internet, emerge from this shift, where individuals often engage in
complex, fluid relationships and explore diverse activities and
information without strict adherence to traditional norms.
How does society influence our development as person?
Society significantly shapes our development as individuals.
Growing up in Philippine society, we adopt Filipino traits,
traditions, and values through interactions with family, friends,
and institutions. We learn to speak our native languages,
understand appropriate behavior, and practice cultural beliefs.
These experiences together form our identity, both as individuals
and as members of Philippine society.
The person and the society have a very dynamic relationship in
which one cannot exist without the others.
Society influences our development as persons in various ways.
A social system, made up of norms, laws, and rules, organizes
relationships among individuals and groups in society. Members of society
are assigned social roles, and those with similar backgrounds or roles
form social groups or classes. Key institutions like family, school,
government, and religion help shape society. Our interactions with these
groups and institutions shape our worldview and identity. A well-
functioning social system ensures harmony and the welfare of its
members.
Over time, society has transformed human relations. Early societies were
family- and clan-centered, but industrial societies shifted interactions to
the workplace. Today, virtual societies, enabled by communication
technology, allow people from diverse backgrounds to interact and form
connections across distances.
Social values, Which are actions or ideals that are considered important
by society. Values such as cooperation, obedience to the law, concern
for others, and respect for others are considered vital to maintaining an
orderly society.
How does society enable me to become a better person?
Society influences our development, but we still have the freedom to
shape ourselves independently of our background. Despite challenging
circumstance, like growing up in poverty, we can rise above them
through education and effort. Similarly, we may choose paths different
from our family`s expectations, such as not pursuing a career in
medicine despite a family tradition. While society and our environment
play a role in shaping us, we have the power to define our own identity
and make choices that transcend our circumstances.
Society recognizes the capability of the person to develop, and
provide its members with opportunities to better themselves.
Effective and efficient public service, education, and the
maintenance of peace and order are some of the ways society
ensures thst we are able to have productive lives and potential.
A part from choosing not to be fully defined by society, persons
can also undertake to contribute to society through their decisions
and actions..
Social movement which is large scale action done by various
groups and organization in pursuit of a common goal to bring
about change.

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  • 1.
    THE HUMAN PERSONIN SOCIETY
  • 2.
    Describe yourself inrelation to the following. Complete the following statements. In my family, I am the… My family has made me… In my school, I consider myself… My school has helped me become… In my community, I am a… My community has enabled me to..
  • 3.
    What is society?What drives human beings to establish societies? Have you ever pondered how your world has defined you? Have you ever thought about your place in this world and among the people you interact with every day? Have you ever reflected on how your presence has affected the world and people around you? The human person exists to relate with others. 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. Throughout a person's life, he or she experiences a variety of relationships that help shape him or her as a person. Infants first relate with their immediate family and guardians as the source of basic needs. As they grow, they expand their horizons and start relating with people who are not part of their immediate family. They establish friendships beginning in their childhood and into their teenage and adult years. They also learn how to deal with other figures of authority aside from their parents or guardians. As we grow into adulthood, our relationships and responsibilities also change because we play more significant roles in the communities we live in.
  • 4.
    THE SOCIAL CONTRACTTHEORY During the Enlightenment, social philosophers pondered the natural laws that govern human societies, and in their discussions, several philosophers put forth their theories regarding the formation of societies. Enlightenment philosophers such as Thomas Hobbes, John Locke, and Jean Jacques Rousseau were among the most prominent social theorists who tackled the origins of human society. To fully understand the true character of society, they imagined humans as living in a so-called "natural state," removed from modernity and civilization. Examining humans in their natural state afforded these philosophers an opportunity to discuss the origins of society and relate them to other concepts such as man's intrinsic nature and liberty. Various views emerged to explain the developments that brought about the emergence of human society.
  • 5.
    “Social contract” anagreement where individuals sacrifice an amount of of their freedom and submit to a higher authority. In this way, society is able to function and meet the needs of the many, ensuring the survival of humanity. “Consent of the governed” Locke`s social contract is a convenant among individuals to cooperate and share the burden of upholding the welfare of society. Also, the authority established to run society should reflect the ideals of the people who organized it. Should this authority fail to uphold its obligation or live up to the ideals of the people, it will be discarded and replaced with a new one. “General will” Rousseau believed that even if the people are the ones who organized society and established an authority or government, in extreme cases, the government is able to impose its will on the people. This is based on the assumption that the people have empowered the government to act on their behalf, and that it is considered to be the best judge of what is most
  • 6.
    Beneficial for society. “Originalposition” to explain social imagination social information. John Rawls he imagined humans have a “veil of ignorance” or no knowledge of one`s own characteristics such as gender,race, or social status. In this state, humans would naturally seek a just and fair society in an effort to look out for their own interests. “Self-interest” a significant factor of building and maintaining societies. People choose to cooperate since it is a beneficial to meet their self-interest. “Common good” Philosophers who discussed the origins of society traced the emergence of society to the human desire to achieve the goal of survival. What are the different forms of societies? The development of societies throughout history shows the development of humankind in response tp changing surroundings and historical developments.
  • 7.
    The various formsof societies that emerged include the following: Hunting and gathering society- This is recognized as the earliest and simplest form of society. It is generally characterized by its small size and is composed mainly of families. They are nomadic because they spend most of their time searching for food and thus, have no permanent territory. Pastoral society – This type of society is characterized by the domestication of animals for food for a more stable and predictable food supply. Pastoral communities have larger populations than hunting and gathering societies and remain longer in one place. In addition, pastoral societies often produce surplus food and resources, which they trade with other societies.
  • 8.
    Horticultural society- Horticulturalsocieties involve small-scale plant cultivation and animal domestication, with semi-nomadic lifestyles and clear gender-based roles. Members often move to new areas when resources are depleted, and surplus goods can create inequalities. In these societies, family and clan bonds are strong, and tasks are assigned by tradition, with men typically engaging in farming and hunting, while women focus on domestic duties. Agrarian societies- are an advancement of horticultural and pastoral societies, characterized by large-scale agriculture, advanced technology, and tools for farming. These improvements lead to increased production and population growth.
  • 9.
    Feudal society iscentered around land ownership, with rulers granting land to vassals, who are served by peasants. Social structure is hierarchical, with landowners at the top and peasants at the bottom, dependent on each other for resources and protection. People in feudal societies value family and community relations and are resistant to change, adhering to traditional hierarchies. Industrial society emerged from the Industrial Revolution and is characterized by the use of machinery for production. It led to increased trade, improved living standards, and the growth of factories and public education. However, it also caused greater wealth inequality. Social relations in industrial societies are less family- or community-oriented and more impersonal, focused on workplaces and economic class divisions. Feudal society is centered around land ownership, with rulers granting land to vassals, who are served by peasants. Social structure is hierarchical, with landowners at the top and peasants at the bottom, dependent on each other for resources and protection. People in feudal societies value family and community relations and are resistant to change, adhering to traditional hierarchies. Industrial society emerged from the Industrial Revolution and is characterized by the use of machinery for production. It led to increased trade, improved living standards, and the growth of factories and public education. However, it also caused greater wealth inequality. Social relations in industrial societies are less family- or community-oriented and more impersonal, focused on workplaces and economic class divisions.
  • 10.
    Post-industrial- society isdefined by a focus on knowledge, information, and services rather than traditional industry. Advanced technology and the generation, storage, and manipulation of information play a central role. Members of this society have higher education and specialized roles. Virtual societies, organized through communication technology and the Internet, emerge from this shift, where individuals often engage in complex, fluid relationships and explore diverse activities and information without strict adherence to traditional norms.
  • 11.
    How does societyinfluence our development as person? Society significantly shapes our development as individuals. Growing up in Philippine society, we adopt Filipino traits, traditions, and values through interactions with family, friends, and institutions. We learn to speak our native languages, understand appropriate behavior, and practice cultural beliefs. These experiences together form our identity, both as individuals and as members of Philippine society. The person and the society have a very dynamic relationship in which one cannot exist without the others. Society influences our development as persons in various ways.
  • 12.
    A social system,made up of norms, laws, and rules, organizes relationships among individuals and groups in society. Members of society are assigned social roles, and those with similar backgrounds or roles form social groups or classes. Key institutions like family, school, government, and religion help shape society. Our interactions with these groups and institutions shape our worldview and identity. A well- functioning social system ensures harmony and the welfare of its members. Over time, society has transformed human relations. Early societies were family- and clan-centered, but industrial societies shifted interactions to the workplace. Today, virtual societies, enabled by communication technology, allow people from diverse backgrounds to interact and form connections across distances.
  • 13.
    Social values, Whichare actions or ideals that are considered important by society. Values such as cooperation, obedience to the law, concern for others, and respect for others are considered vital to maintaining an orderly society. How does society enable me to become a better person? Society influences our development, but we still have the freedom to shape ourselves independently of our background. Despite challenging circumstance, like growing up in poverty, we can rise above them through education and effort. Similarly, we may choose paths different from our family`s expectations, such as not pursuing a career in medicine despite a family tradition. While society and our environment play a role in shaping us, we have the power to define our own identity and make choices that transcend our circumstances.
  • 14.
    Society recognizes thecapability of the person to develop, and provide its members with opportunities to better themselves. Effective and efficient public service, education, and the maintenance of peace and order are some of the ways society ensures thst we are able to have productive lives and potential. A part from choosing not to be fully defined by society, persons can also undertake to contribute to society through their decisions and actions.. Social movement which is large scale action done by various groups and organization in pursuit of a common goal to bring about change.