THE CONTEMPORARY BIOETHICAL TOWN: JONASIAN RESPONSIBILITY IN SOFT UNIVERSALISM

Abstract

Hans Jonas’s (1903-1993) thoughts and his imperative of responsibility is the cornerstone of this article, aiming the study of international and Brazilian legal statutes linked to bioethics. Based on the deductive reasoning, this work depicts the broad pontentiality of principles and the major factors concerning ethical responsibility. A reflexive debate about soft universalism, multiculturalism, globalization and individual autonomy is also pursued to establish meaningfulness to those directives. In conclusion, an updated vision of Jonas’responsibility is depicted.

Keywords

• bioética internacional, princípio reponsabilidade, universalismo moderado.