Justice and Related Matters in the Legacy of Frans de Waal

  • Vicente Claramonte Sanz
    Departamento de Filosofía, Unidad Docente de Lógica y Filosofía de la Ciencia, Universitat de València, España https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0477-6995 vicente.claramonte[at]uv.es
  • Rodolfo Guarinos Rico
    Departamento de Filosofía, Unidad Docente de Lógica y Filosofía de la Ciencia, Universitat de València, España

Abstract

Initially, we critically examine the current state of knowledge in the field of Philosophy of Biology pertaining to empathy as a subject of scientific investigation. Subsequently, we delve into the constraints associated with empathy in some primates, including humans, recognizing it as a socially situated and evolved attribute. Additionally, we explore its potential as a political asset among humans. In light of these findings, we reevaluate the dichotomy between perspectives that emphasize altruism and egoism as fundamental principles in the biological and ontological senses. Lastly, we put forth the scientifically defendable idea that significant connections exist between empathy and the concept of justice.
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