Quote by Robert Maynard

Human rights rest on human dignity. The dignity of man is an ideal worth fighting for and worth dying for.

Human rights rest on human dignity. The dignity of man is an

Summary

This quote emphasizes the fundamental connection between human rights and human dignity. It suggests that the concept of human rights is primarily rooted in recognizing and upholding the inherent worth and value of every individual. The statement goes further, highlighting that the dignity of humans is an ideal that is important enough to be fought for and defended, even at the cost of one's life. In essence, it underscores the vital role that dignity plays in shaping and justifying the struggle for human rights.

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Dignity

By Robert Maynard

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