The Josias Podcast The Josias Podcast, Episode III: Basic Concepts – Right, Rights, and the Law
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Nov 22, 2017 Dive into the fascinating world of rights and law, where ancient philosophy meets modern interpretation. Explore the evolution of rights from community focus to individual autonomy. Historical insights discuss the Austrian Constitution's foundations and the interplay of church and state. Critique the subjective nature of modern rights while advocating for a justice framework rooted in inherent human dignity. Discover how art and music influence these concepts, all while engaging with Enlightenment thinkers and their lasting impact.
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Modern Rights as Individual Power
- Modern rights theory shifts focus from justice as a common good to individual power and autonomy.
- Law becomes a guardian limiting power so each person's power ends where another's begins.
Subjective Right Explained
- Subjective right means the legally granted power or freedom to act regarding a thing.
- Owning a computer lets you use, modify, sell, or even destroy it as your legal rights.
Rights Grounded in Survival
- Enlightenment thinkers abandon final causes and the common good, focusing instead on self-preservation.
- Rights become the license to do whatever it takes to survive, making survival the highest end.
