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September 26, 2025ReligionsOpen Access

The Grounding of the Intrinsic Value of Nature: A Role for Theism?

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Overview

Philosophical analysis reveals that non-anthropocentric environmental ethics support intrinsic value, indicating theism can enhance conservation efforts.

Key Points

  • A non-anthropocentric approach best articulates the intrinsic value of wildlife, motivating environmental action.
  • This analysis contrasts anthropocentric views, highlighting that intrinsic value is crucial for proper environmental ethics.
  • Philosophical foundations for intrinsic value require non-naturalist ethics and theism to distinguish it from subjective views.
  • A sacramental perspective of nature connects creation to a benevolent creator, supporting wildlife conservation.

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Alan Vincelette (2025) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/68d6cd5bb1249cec298b31aehttps://doi.org/10.3390/rel16101224
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