The Unity of Biological Systems in Polo’s Philosophy

Authors

  • Juan José Sanguineti Pontifical University of the Holy Cross (Italy)

Keywords:

life, living systems, soul, co-actuality, unity of life, final cause, unity of order, universe

Abstract

Life as self-organization is philosophically understood by L. Polo in terms of co-causality between matter, formal configuration and intrinsic efficiency. This characterization provides a dynamic account of life and soul, capable to explain both its identity and its continuous renovation. In this article I especially highlight in this author the metaphysical notions of finality, unity and cosmos, which may be helpful to understand the sense of biological systems in the universe.

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Published

2015-12-24

How to Cite

Sanguineti, J. J. (2015). The Unity of Biological Systems in Polo’s Philosophy. Journal of Polian Studies, 2, 87–108. Retrieved from https://journal.leonardopoloinstitute.org/index.php/jpols/article/view/6959

Issue

Vol. 2 (2015): Journal of Polian Studies

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Articles