Lecture: "Value in Nature and the Nature of Value," by Holmes Rolston--- DAY 1

Question 1

In what sense is an organism an “axiological system?”

Answer 1

Because the organism can be valued.

Question 2

Does Rolston believe that the value of a Sequioa tree is subjective, or objective?

Answer 2

He believes that the value of a Sequioa tree is objective even though humans attributing value after it’s discovered.

Question 3

When a human values a tree, how is it like “turning on a lamp?”

Answer 3

It is like turning on a lamp in that the lamps capability to produce light is already there. The capability to produce light is already within the lamp, but you need someone to turn the lamp on.

Question 4

Is there evidence that animals value anything? If so, what does this imply?

Answer 4

Animals hunt, find shelter, seek out habitats and mates and care for their young. It implies that by animals valuing or taking an interest in an object it gives them “value-ability.”

Question 5

According to Rolston, “______________ are _____________ of values, although not _________________ of value.”

Answer 5

Insentient organisms, holders, beholders