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Published on: October 28, 2020
[Human person and personalism]
1Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore, Facoltà di Medicina e Chirurgia, Istituto di Bioetica, Largo Francesco Vito, 1, 00168 Roma, Italia. ibiet@rm.unicatt.it
Summary
This study traces the concept of the human person through history and philosophy, critically examining reductionist views in bioethics. It proposes an ontological foundation for Personal Bioethics based on intuitive ideas.
Area of Science:
- Philosophy of Personhood
- Bioethics
- Ontology
Context:
- Historical and philosophical evolution of the concept of the human person.
- Critique of reductionist and empiricist bioethical positions, including Engelhardt's and utilitarianism.
- Exploration of practical implications within bioethics.
Purpose:
- To analyze the historical and philosophical development of the concept of the human person.
- To critically evaluate reductionist and empiricist perspectives in bioethics.
- To establish a conceptual basis for Personal Bioethics.
Summary:
- The article analyzes the historical and philosophical evolution of the concept of the human person.
- It critically examines reductionist and empiricist bioethical stances and their implications.
- A conceptual foundation for Personal Bioethics is proposed, drawing from Sgreccia's intuitive ideas.
Impact:
- Provides a nuanced understanding of the human person concept in bioethics.
- Challenges prevailing reductionist views, offering an alternative ontological framework.
- Contributes to the development of Personal Bioethics grounded in philosophical and intuitive principles.
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