Human Nature and Religion
Edited by
Andrea Aguti, Francesco Ghia
The issue will focus on the theme of ‘human nature’ from the perspective of the philosophy of religion and theology. Although the notion of human nature may be questioned from different perspectives and even rejected (for example, from the standpoint of evolutionary biology, cultural anthropology, and moral relativism), it plays a significant role in philosophical reflection. On the one hand, ‘human nature’ has a descriptive meaning that consists of the set of physical, biological, and cognitive components distinguishing human beings from other living and non-living entities and making them unique. On the other hand, ‘human nature’ has a prescriptive meaning, indicating the set of attitudes, abilities, and actions that make human beings rich in value and human life rich in meaning. In this sense, the notion of human nature still seems ethically relevant, especially today when technology can radically transform human beings. «Archivio di filosofia» invites papers exploring those issues within the following sub-themes:
– Metaphysical and Epistemological Issues
– Human Nature, Human Destiny, and Transhumanism
– Human Nature and Religious Diversity
– Ethical and Political Issues
Deadline: January 31st 2025
Length: 40.000 characters (including space and notes)
Languages: English, Italian, German, Spanish or French
Submission: All manuscripts will undergo a double-blind peer review. Each contribution must be accompanied by a short abstract in English, an English version of the title and up to five keywords.
Texts must be sent to: andrea.aguti@uniurb.it ; francesco.ghia@unitn.it