Abstracts
Résumé
Ce commentaire explore le cheminement réflexif de James Dwyer en bioéthique présenté dans « Frameworks and Practices in Bioethics », marqué par un passage de la théorie de la justice de Rawls à une pratique introspective du haïku, puis au pragmatisme de Dewey. Dwyer propose une approche novatrice, utilisant des outils créatifs pour approfondir l’introspection et cultiver une attention accrue aux enjeux éthiques complexes. Toutefois, il exprime des doutes sur l’impact concret de ces pratiques, critiquant leur manque de progression tangible et leur capacité à générer des réponses applicables. Ce commentaire analyse les forces de son approche, notamment sa capacité à enrichir la réflexion bioéthique par l’ouverture et l’innovation, ainsi que ses limites, en mettant en lumière les tensions entre abstraction et application concrète. L’exploration souligne l’importance des pratiques interdisciplinaires et adaptatives pour répondre aux dilemmes bioéthiques contemporains, tout en plaidant pour une intégration harmonieuse entre introspection et pragmatisme. Malgré ses doutes, la démarche de Dwyer offre une contribution significative en réaffirmant le rôle des méthodes réflexives et créatives dans l’évolution de la bioéthique.
Mots-clés :
- bioéthique,
- introspection,
- philosophie,
- poésie,
- haïku,
- cadres éthiques,
- Dwyer
Abstract
This commentary examines James Dwyer’s exploration of bioethics as presented in “Frameworks and Practices in Bioethics”, tracing his transition from Rawls’ theory of justice to the reflective practice of haiku and ultimately to Dewey’s pragmatism. Through this journey, Dwyer introduces a creative approach that leverages introspective tools to enhance ethical awareness and address complex issues. Despite its innovative nature, he questions the practical outcomes of these methods, noting their limited tangible impact and challenges in generating actionable solutions. This commentary highlights the strengths of Dwyer’s approach, particularly its ability to foster openness and innovation in bioethical thinking, while also addressing its limitations, such as the difficulty in bridging the gap between theoretical abstraction and practical application. The analysis underscores the value of interdisciplinary and flexible methods in navigating contemporary bioethical challenges, advocating for a balance between introspection and pragmatic action. Ultimately, Dwyer’s work underscores the importance of reflective and creative practices in shaping the future of bioethics, even as it grapples with its own constraints.
Keywords:
- bioethics,
- introspection,
- philosophy,
- poetry,
- haiku,
- ethical frameworks,
- Dwyer
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Remerciements / Acknowledgements
Je tiens à remercier Bryn Williams-Jones pour ses commentaires liés à une version préliminaire de ce texte et pour son soutien continu. Ces travaux sont rendus possibles grâce au soutien financier du Centre de Recherche en Santé Publique et de l’Université de Montréal. Finalement, dans le cadre de cette réflexion, je tiens à remercier tous ceux et celles, dont CV et VV, qui m’encouragent dans mon amour pour la poésie.
I would like to thank Bryn Williams-Jones for his comments on a preliminary version of this text and for his ongoing support. This work is made possible by the financial support of the Centre de Recherche en Santé Publique and the Université de Montréal. Finally, as part of this reflection, I would like to thank all those, including CV and VV, who encourage me in my love of poetry.
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