The Function of Private Property revisited

Gustavo Roque Irrazábal

doi:10.46553/teo.58.134.2021.p43-74

Authors

Gustavo Roque Irrazábal Pontificia Universidad Católica Argentina. Facultad de Teología

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.46553/teo.58.134.2021.p43-74

Keywords:

Private Property, Universal Destiny of Created Goods, Social Mortgage, Natural Right

Abstract

In this work I revisit the function of the private property, through three authors who emphasize its social dimension, considering its subordination to the universal destiny of earthly goods as a sign of its derivative and instrumental character. I will criticize this vision in its foundation and conclusions, as well as for the lack of a clear reference to the faculties and limits of the State. These weaknesses may derive in ideological manipulation, and may pose risks to individual liberty, social peace and economic development.
An updated comprehension of the universal destination of created goods leads to more efficient ways of exercising the social responsibility inherent to this right.

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Author Biography

Gustavo Roque Irrazábal, Pontificia Universidad Católica Argentina. Facultad de Teología

El autor es profesor de Teología Moral en la Facultad de Teología de la Pontificia Universidad Católica Argentina.

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