Dignity, by its dictionary definition, is "the quality of being worthy of honor or respect." While this definition is accurate, it fails to capture the true depth of the meaning of dignity as it is understood around the world. The concept of dignity and what it implies is entrenched in many aspects of society, including law, politics, ethics, medicine, philosophy, theology, and religion. Although its meaning differs slightly from one area to another, dignity, in general, is every person's... więcej

Salem Press Encyclopedia, 2023. 2p.