Intrinsic Value of Natural Organic Unities

Fernando Arancibia-Collao

doi:10.23880/

Intrinsic Value of Natural Organic Unities

Authors

Arancibia-Collao F Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile, Chile Author

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.23880/

Keywords:

Value theory, Natural kinds, Bearers of intrinsic value, Principle of organic unities

Abstract

In this paper, I reflect on the nature of the intrinsic value of natural organic unities. First, I defend the organic unities (OUP) principle and apply it to the bearer of intrinsic value. Second, I hold that the bearer of such value is natural kinds. Finally, I argue that we have reasons for both value theory and normative ethics to hold OUP and natural kinds as bearers of intrinsic value.