The Dilemmas of the Bio-legal Turn and the Commitment to a Vital Phenomenology of Law
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This paper aligns with the latest trends in the philosophy of Law aimed at promoting a more balanced ecological relationship among the planet’s diverse forms of life. It pays particular attention to Pachamama and Earth Jurisprudence, key bio-legal movement figures. The paper’s main goal is to examine potential and ethical-legal challenges—referred to as dilemmas—associated with the two approaches. The methodological focus is on a vital ethic that facilitates a new understanding of non-human entities. Consequently, this study provides insights into navigating the challenges faced by bio-legal paradigms.
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