Analysis and Examination of the Possibility of Environmental Influence on Ethics Based on Mulla Sadra's Psychology

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Associate Professor, University, Philosophy and Theology, Lorestan University, Lorestan, Iran‎

10.22061/orj.2025.2386

Abstract

The close connection between humans and their surrounding environment and geographical location has resulted in this factor playing a decisive role in shaping their personality and ethics. For this reason, the environment is considered one of the foundational factors in the development of moral virtues and human happiness. Conversely, the inherent rational inclination of humans to live ethically requires addressing the impact of philosophical achievements on ethical perspectives. This article uses a descriptive and analytical method to address the question: According to Mulla Sadra's ontological perspective in the discussion of the bodily genesis and spiritual continuance of the soul, does the environment and geography influence the development of practical reason and the moral dimension of humans? If the answer is affirmative, how can this explanation and analysis be carried out? By reviewing his works, it is concluded that Mulla Sadra, with his ontological approach, considers the human soul as the source of morality, and his ontological understanding of the world and humans reflects his distinctive moral achievements. He identifies the earthly realm as the origin of the human soul, which progresses from the mineral level to the plant level and then to the animal soul stage. Therefore, based on the principle of the corporeal origination and eternal spirituality of the soul, geographical factors influence human ethics. In his view, the impact of the environment on ethics is explained through the relationship between the soul and the body and the transformative capacity of the soul from the body.

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Journal of Ontological Researches
Volume 14, Issue 27 - Serial Number 27
September 2025
Pages 279-304

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