The inherent worth and value of a human being deserving of respect and moral consideration.
In the Christian worldview, human dignity is grounded in the belief that all people are created in the image of God (Imago Dei) and therefore possess value given by their Creator regardless of age, ability, race, sex, wealth, or social status.
In secular society, dignity is often grounded in human autonomy, self-worth, social recognition, or shared human rights. Because secular views lack a single transcendent foundation, ideas about dignity can vary widely and are sometimes tied to personal identity, independence, usefulness, or cultural consensus rather than an unchanging moral standard.
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