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Which concept emphasizes that every human being possesses an inherent worth that should not be violated?
Which concept emphasizes that every human being possesses an inherent worth that should not be violated?
- Communal Harmony
- Personal Achievement
- Social Justice
- Inherent Dignity (correct)
Which of the following is most aligned with the concept of solidarity?
Which of the following is most aligned with the concept of solidarity?
- Recognizing shared interests and mutual connection. (correct)
- Focusing solely on personal well-being and success.
- Individual self-reliance to achieve personal goals.
- Competing with others to gain recognition.
According to Catholic social teaching, what does it mean to say humans are created in the image of God?
According to Catholic social teaching, what does it mean to say humans are created in the image of God?
- Humans are exempt from natural laws.
- Humans have unlimited power over creation.
- Humans possess a unique place in creation and have the capacity to know and love the Creator. (correct)
- Humans physically resemble God.
Which of the following best describes the relationship between human dignity and solidarity?
Which of the following best describes the relationship between human dignity and solidarity?
What does it mean to say that human dignity is 'inalienable'?
What does it mean to say that human dignity is 'inalienable'?
According to the provided text, how are men and women called to interact with creation?
According to the provided text, how are men and women called to interact with creation?
Which of the following scenarios exemplifies the principle of solidarity in action?
Which of the following scenarios exemplifies the principle of solidarity in action?
How does recognizing the inherent dignity of each person influence our interactions and relationships?
How does recognizing the inherent dignity of each person influence our interactions and relationships?
What does the concept of 'being by, with, and for others' seek to convey in the context of human dignity and solidarity?
What does the concept of 'being by, with, and for others' seek to convey in the context of human dignity and solidarity?
How does the understanding of human dignity inform approaches to social issues such as poverty and inequality?
How does the understanding of human dignity inform approaches to social issues such as poverty and inequality?
Flashcards
Human Person's Image
Human Person's Image
Each person is created in God's image and likeness, reflecting God among all creatures.
Human Dignity
Human Dignity
Inherent, inviolable, and inalienable characteristic that is naturally associated with a person or thing that cannot be violated or disturbed, and that it cannot be transferred or taken away.
Solidarity
Solidarity
Recognizing shared interests, interconnectedness, support, unity, shared responsibility and a sense of unity.
Inalienable Dignity
Inalienable Dignity
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Relational Nature
Relational Nature
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Solidarity in human dignity
Solidarity in human dignity
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Study Notes
- The inherent dignity of the human person is the foundation of all Catholic social teaching.
- Every person is created in God's image and likeness and the clearest reflection of God
Dignity of the Human Person
- The Book of Genesis gives understanding to the nature of the human person
- God created mankind in his own image meaning man occupies a unique place in creation
- Man is in the image of God
- Man unites the spiritual and material worlds
- Man is created male and female
- God established man in friendship
- Created in God's image, man can know and love the Creator and share in God's divine life
- Humans have the capacity to deeply reflect and relate with God and others
- Men and women are stewards of creation and share its bounty
- Dignity makes a person worthy of respect, it is inherent, inviolable, and inalienable.
- Inherent means essential to a person
- Inviolable means it cannot be violated
- Inalienable means it cannot be taken away
- Human dignity is a part of us and should be treated as sacred
Human Dignity and Solidarity
- Solidarity is about "we", not "me"
- People share interests/goals and are connected
- What affects one person affects many others
- Solidarity is about support and unity
- Standing together with those facing challenges/injustices
- Offering help, showing support, and acting together for a shared goal
- Solidarity is about feeling connected
- A sense of unity and shared responsibility
- The feeling that we are all in this together
How Human Dignity Connects to Solidarity
- We share a common image, God's image
- Every person, regardless of poverty or education, has inalienable dignity as an image/child of God, redeemed by Christ, and with an eternal destiny
- Human dignity includes the capacity to share, love, and enter relationships, affirmed by saying persons are open and relational by nature
- Solidarity in human dignity includes:
- being by others: conception, birth, upbringing.
- being with others: family, neighbors, associates
- being for others: loving and serving people
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