Dignity

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Dignity is defined as "the state of being worthy of honor or respect".^[1] The inherent worthiness of human beings is known as human dignity and is different than dignity.

Contents 1 See also 2 Footnotes 3 References 4 External links

[edit] See also

• Human rights
• Indignation
• Righteous indignation
• Pride
• Self-esteem
• Self-concept
• Self-respect

[edit] Footnotes

[edit] References

1. Dignity, article from educational site Parenting For Everyone
2. Stanford Encyclopedia of Philosophy \ Respect

[edit] External links

• The Stupidity of Dignity by Steven Pinker

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