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Struktura stosunków międzynarodowych w nauczaniu Jana Pawła II
The international relations structure in thought. John Paul II

Author(s): Dominik Lubiński
Subject(s): Ethics / Practical Philosophy, Social Philosophy, Philosophy of Religion, International relations/trade
Published by: Wyższe Seminarium Duchowne w Łodzi
Keywords: ethical principles; moral order; international relations; teaching of John Paul II;

Summary/Abstract: The author presents the structure of international affairs in thought Jan Paul II. Issue ethics are the fundamental and universal normative system, that regulate international relations. The article begins with the description of levels at which ethics in international relations is present (rational human nature, states, of international community). Fundamental issue based on national human nature and ability to recognize moral order in social human nature. The author attempts to explain what rational moral order has a positive influence on creation: nation, state and international community. This knowledge help to develop legal system, which observe international institutions. Finally the author analyses the reasons for growing importance of the ethics as well as the obstacles in that process.

  • Issue Year: 21/2012
  • Issue No: 1
  • Page Range: 169-179
  • Page Count: 11
  • Language: Polish