An Analysis of Human Dignity: Christianity, Law, and Society

This essay delves into the multifaceted concept of human dignity and worthiness, exploring the various factors that contribute to its preservation and erosion. It examines the historical and societal influences on human dignity, with a particular focus on the roles of Christianity, legal systems, and economic factors. The essay highlights how legal frameworks provide justice and protect individuals across different demographics, while also acknowledging the impact of religious teachings on moral behavior and societal values. Furthermore, it discusses the influence of economic considerations and technology on human dignity, touching upon issues like gender equality, rights, and the impact of commercialism. The essay utilizes references to support its arguments, providing a comprehensive overview of the complex interplay between these factors and their collective impact on human dignity.

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Human Dignity and Worthiness
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Human Dignity and Worthiness
From ancient days, human dignity and goodness were maintained in various ways since
there are issues that are put in place whether old or young, there is a relationship that is
supported. The ways of preserving dignity in human life were maintained through observation of
a particular belief of life which differed from one community to another. Beliefs were passed
from one generation to another through some evolutions are experienced (Csikszentmihalyi,
2014). The evolutions were as a result of changes in the way of life and incorporation of new
aspects which ensured that those things that are not necessarily creating worthiness or adding
value are eliminated. For instance, in the traditional community, various elements were valued to
a great extent which with time and introduction of Christianity the society changed. Apart from
Christianity, there are economic, political and legal issues that are incorporated that are
introduced and are subject to time. In this piece of work, the focus will be various Christianity,
economic, political and legal issues that are introduced which are utilized to maintain the dignity
of humans and personalities.
One of the most contributing thing to dignity and human goodness in the community is
legal and governance way of living. A legal way of living provides justice to all as it cuts across
all the ages that are of concern. In the in the legal perspective, some legal and regulations are set
by the ruling class to ensure that the old respect the young as well as the affluent respects those
who are poor. Wealth and age in some community were used as characteristics of governance
which are evolving and being managed by the constitutions. The constitutions give the standards
that are supposed to be followed by both the ruling class and the class without harming each
other. Also, when offenses are committed a constitution provides the steps that are supposed to
be taken towards the victim.

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Christianity, on the other hand, has played a critical role in ensuring that dignity has been
maintained for all in the society. Some statements are in the Christianity that is observed as
necessary from their dictation. Majority of this statements are associated with particular beliefs
in that when an individual takes a particular action is subjected to a condemnation or even the
destiny in which it will be adhered to. For instance, considering when an individual who is
reaching engages in an immoral way of life, there is the likelihood that if he does not repent and
dies, the destiny is hell where punishment will be passed. As a result, these theological teachings
limit an individual regardless of class. The scriptures have the commandments as well as laws
that lower those that are wealthy as well high in the ruling positions to be like servants (Himes,
2017). In this way, moral behavior is maintained.
Internationally, some laws are set aside to control immoral behavior. Majority of the
immoral actions that take place in the community are as a result of exploitations in which can be
practiced. There have been agencies both governmental as well as non-governmental that are
seen to control the way individuals relate with one another. Gender issues have turned out to be
one of the concerns since the male had believed to be superior to the feminine which in way
lowers the dignity of the latter. Gender equality has been advocated for in the community to
ensure that whether one is man or woman, there is a place that is left in the community for each
person. Considering the roles each one of them plays, it defines the extent of prosperity that is
experienced.
Rights, that each is entitled to regulate the extent to which manipulation can be practiced.
For instance, there are issues of sexuality that have been given concentration since they raise
issues to do with disrespect. Also, commercialism has been affected the way each relates with
one another as they focus on the reward that they get (Melé & Schlag, 2015). With this, sexual

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workers immerge who are treated as unworthy. With technology and education incorporation in
the society, dignity and goodness of individuals can be maintained.

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References
Csikszentmihalyi, M. (2014). Toward a psychology of optimal experience. In Flow and the
foundations of positive psychology(pp. 209-226). Springer Netherlands.
Himes, K. (2017). Catholic Social Teaching on Building a Just Society: The Need for a Ceiling
and a Floor. Religions, 8(4), 49.
Melé, D., & Schlag, M. (2015). Humanism in economics and business.