The question "what does it mean to be human?" is complex and has been asked for thousands of years by various people, including priests, poets, philosophers, scientists, and artists. Here are some different perspectives on what it means to be human:
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Experiencing life: To be human is to experience life in all its colors and potential, to be at the center of our own universe. This includes feeling emotions such as love, joy, and awe, as well as experiencing the world through our senses.
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Pride and thankfulness: Being human means being proud and strong, thankful for living on our planet Earth.
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Evolutionary characteristics: Part of what it means to be human is how we became human. Over a long period of time, as early humans adapted to a changing world, they evolved certain characteristics that help define our species today. These include walking upright, making tools, communicating with symbols, and having a larger brain size.
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Self-focus: Humans tend to be self-focused and think that being human is special and important. However, this self-focus can lead to a failure of curiosity and a lack of concern for other species.
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Membership in a natural kind: When we describe others as human, we are saying that they are members of our own kind or, more precisely, members of our own natural kind.
Ultimately, the meaning of being human is subjective and can vary depending on cultural, social, and personal factors.
