Philosophical views on justice: A study of the concepts of justice in different traditions of philosophy

Abstract

In modern world, full of conflicts, social inequality, and cultural diversity, understanding justice is becoming a crucial task. The purpose of this study was to thoroughly investigate the concepts of justice in different traditions of philosophy to reveal the diversity and common features of understanding this concept. For this, the study employed a combination of methods of literary analysis and comparative analysis, followed by an interpretation of the concepts of justice in different cultures and religious traditions, as well as the historical method of research. The study resulted in the coverage of various concepts of justice in different traditions of philosophy, from antiquity to modernity, including the contributions of such prominent philosophers as Plato, Aristotle, Rousseau, Kant, and others. Furthermore, the study noted the significance of investigating social, economic, legal, and global justice as key aspects of modern society, which helps to identify ways to create a more just and equitable world. Economic justice was defined as a principle that provides equal access to economic resources and opportunities for all members of society. Social justice, as it turned out, has many dimensions, including equality of opportunity, distribution of resources and recognition of the dignity of every person. As for legal justice, the study showed that it is based on the principles of equality before the law, the right to defence and fair trial. Finally, global equity was considered as a principle that implies equality of participation and influence at the international level, as well as a responsible attitude towards global issues such as poverty, inequality, and climate change. The findings of this study can be used in academic circles to further analyse the concepts of justice, expand the theoretical understanding of the essence of justice, and its impact on various spheres of society, and can be used in educational institutions to teach students of philosophy, sociology, law, and other fields that study the principles of justice and their historical development