A Commencement Prayer By Henry Sloan Coffin

Ownership is the act and state of having something in control or possession. Aristotle claims that owning tangible objects help to build moral character, while Jean-Paul Sartre proposes that ownership extends beyond to include intangible things such as skill or knowledge. Different objects can have varying effects on the development of self identity, leading us to who we grow as a person. A sense of self can be a reflection to what we own, whether it is a tangible or not. Ownership of intangible and tangible objects play a vital role for the growth of self identity, as it teaches crucial morals in life to develop personal character.

Anywhere in the world, someone acquires something, whether it be money, a car, or even an idea. We can “own” many intangible and tangible items in life, but how does ownership relate to a sense and development of self? This question has been constantly answered for centuries through intelligent people like Plato, Aristotle, and Jean-Paul Sartre. However, the question has received no agreeable answer. In the end, people will agree that there is a strong and positive relationship between ownership and a sense of self because the things you own will define and develop who you are positively by exhibiting what you like, what you can and cannot do, and in the end, characterizes you, as long as you use the things you own properly.

Good morning Principle Boyd, proud parents, faculty, and fellow graduates, to this extraordinary celebration breakfast, in honor of Our Lady of Grace Catholic School Class of 2017. Yes, I am graduating 8th grade, but I still have to make my bed, be nice to my siblings, do my chores, I cannot drive a car, I must continue putting my Iphone into my locker every night, so that I will not be grounded!  Nevertheless, I am graduating from Our Lady of Grace Catholic School, and I feel like I found a pot-of-gold at the end of the rainbow.

The ability to have ownership over something, tangible or not, can give a person a sense of value or superiority when comparing themselves to others. Furthermore, as humans, it is easy to desire things as one’s own and claim it, but the way something is treated differs from person to person. As a result, the material items and skills a person has ownership over provides a glimpse of his or her’s true nature.

When the topic of owning something comes up, the conversation can go two ways: one may argue that ownership is owning an object, many other people, such as Jean-Paul Sartre believe that you can own something by becoming an expert in a certain skill and knowing something thoroughly.It's possible to own an idea or a skill, such as my idea about ownership, and to own a tangible object, such as a book. The verb " to own" doesn't just mean to physically have something, it also means to know something, or to make something a part of ourselves.

Anywhere in the world, someone acquires something, whether it be money, a car, or even an idea. We can “own” many intangible and tangible items in life, but how does ownership relate to a sense of self? This question has been constantly answered for centuries through intelligent people like Plato, Aristotle, and Jean-Paul Sartre. However, the question has received no agreeable answer. In the end, people will agree that there is a strong and positive relationship between ownership and a sense of self because the things you own will define and develop who you are positively by exhibiting what you like, what you can and cannot do, and in the end, characterizes you, as long as you use the items you own properly.

Throughout history, less fortunate people around the world have been ignored. Only a few have stood up and have devoted their own time in order to help these people through strong faith. It’s time to take initiative, make a change in the world, and do more for others than we do for ourselves.

Many people have changed this world for the best. They try their hardest and never gave up, no matter how many people didn’t believe they could do it. Some people have ideas and opinions, but if you listen you might just agree.

What does it mean to own something? An individual may own something that has more significance to the item than meets the eye. This subject has encouraged prominent thinkers to learn more about the idea. This has entered a very fascinating way of thinking that has even perplexed the astounding minds of Plato, Aristotle, and Jean-Paul Sartre. This is why owning something has more significance than may be thought, tangible goods are detrimental to a person's character, ownership of tangible goods helps to develop moral character, and ownership extends beyond objects to include intangible things as well.

Defining the idea of “ownership” is the act, state, or right of possessing something. Drawing from different philosophers who have studied the human condition, they look at the principle of ownership in relation to one's sense of self. Aristotle claims that tangible ownership is fundamental to developing a person’s character. However, in Jean-Paul Sartre’s view, he claims that the “existence precedes the essence”. Sartre is saying how there is an equal balance between tangible and intangible items, but the existence is more important than nature since man can choose what they define himself to be.

While many people throughout the centuries have been pondering the question, "What does it mean to own something? " There are multiple answers to the simple question. Depending on what historical figure someone is reading after, the answer may be quite simple. If he or she listens to Plato, than owning something has a negative connotation.

Barbara Makeda Blake Hannahand is a Rastafarian woman from Jamaica. She came to TCU to visit multiple classes, give the Honors Convocation Address, and to give an introduction to a film featuring herself. She answered many questions in classes to help the students learn more about the Rastafarian religion, her culture, and a few personal stories of how her culture and religion has made a huge impact to her life. Her introduction to the film she was featured in was very short and not very informational, but her part in the film itself was interesting. The speech she gave at the honors convocation was more informative.

Many call him rich but I call him dad. He is the man who has taught me to be the person I am today. My dad has been there for me every day since I was born, and what my family and I have put him through I probably would have gone crazy a long time ago. My dad is literally the only man in our house. It is my dad, my mom, my older sister Olivia, me, and my younger sister Aliza. Even my dog is a girl, even my litter sister’s fish is a girl. I don’t know how he does it, I really don’t. But the thing is he deals with all of us girls every day and he still is one of the most kind hearted men I know. My dad is the nicest man not just to me but to everyone he knows. He always treats others the way he wants to be treated. We live in a neighborhood

What defines a possession? And what does ‘owning’ something do to, or for, you? Importance of the things that you own can vary on importance; usually depending on price, age, who payed for it, or if it was given to you. Aristotle, Jean-Paul, and Plato all have many different views on possessions. Aristotle argued that our possessions defined us and made us who we are and help develop our moral character.

Starting with this concept, I am then able to accurately view and correctly value not only my possessions but, more importantly, human life itself. In principle, stewardship defines my purpose in this world as assigned to me by God Himself. It is my divinely given opportunity to join with God in His worldwide and eternal redemptive movement. Stewardship is not God taking something from me; it is His method of bestowing His richest gifts upon His people.