O Princípio responsabilidade enquanto fundamento do equilíbrio ecológico em Hans Jonas

Abstract

This monograph is themed “The Principle of Responsibility as the Foundation of Ecological Balance in Hans Jonas”. This monograph aims to reflect on the problem of ecological imbalance, given that Nature is in constant destruction due to the misuse of technological power by Man. The general objective is to reflect, based on the thought of Hans Jonas, on the Principle of Responsibility as the foundation of ecological balance. And, it has specific objectives to contextualize the emergence of the principle of responsibility; to debate the ecological imbalance in the face of human actions; and to discuss the relevance of the principle of responsibility and ecological balance. The motivation for choosing the theme concerning the principle of responsibility of Hans Jonas lies in the fact that this principle is of great value. Insofar as it reflects on future generations and the preservation of the environment. Human beings are attributed the responsibility for maintaining Nature and guaranteeing the well-being and existence of future generations. Jonas emphasizes the idea that technology should be used responsibly, taking into consideration the long-term implications and taking precautions in the technological field. In this context, the aim is to reflect on the conditions for applying ethics as a means that can contribute to improving human thought. The thesis of the monograph is based on the idea of ​​the use of ethics in the technological age, which aims at the conservation of Nature, the well-being of Man and responsibility for the future. As for the methodology, the monograph was based on bibliographic research, consisting of the collection and analysis of works that allowed the perception of the theme in the approach, aided by the interpretation of works that address the theme. As for the structure, the monograph comprises: pre-textual elements, development which is composed of an introduction, three chapters, conclusion and post-textual element