PETER SINGER'S NEW ETHICS

Abstract

This article attempts to present the philosophical views of our contemporary, Peter Singer (b. 1946), professor at Princeton and Melbourne Universities, author of many scientific and popular books. Singer has been called one of the twelve leading philosophers of our time, and without studying his works it would be impossible to imagine the overall picture of practical philosophy in the XXI century. Through Singer's concepts, we can see how one of the main philosophical paradigms - anthropocentrism, is being redefined, to be replaced by a new system in which humans are not the "measure of all things," but occupy an equal and equitable position with representatives of all life on Earth. The new theoretical framework leads to a rethinking of previous doctrines and the creation of new directions in science. This is the focus of Peter Singer, whose interests are focused on developing the principles of the new ethics and creating the appropriate terminological apparatus. This article mentions his work on topics ranging from the treatment of animals to euthanasia. His views have had a mixed reception in society, being applauded by some and condemned angrily by others. But leaving aside the passionate and partisan discussions of his theory, it is undeniable that Peter Singer is making a significant contribution to the human community in building a new social system.