The right to cultural goods
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https://doi.org/10.15633/ps.29107Keywords:
culture, life, family, community, solidarity, human dignityAbstract
Culture is the entirety of the material, civilizational and spiritual achievements of people. It is the result of creative human activity and a set of values, norms and principles that apply in a given community. Both in philosophy and theology we find numerous references to the rights of man, who alone is capable of striving to discover truth, goodness and beauty. A proper understanding of culture and its development allows us to see the action of God and His work of redemption, and at the same time the creative possibilities of man. The autonomy of culture and the freedom of man should lead to the discovery of the most important matters and their protection. Freedom of human decision is connected with the gift of life and the right to life. A living human being in their development is directed towards community in the bonds of blood, faith, and mutual support. The dimension of human solidarity is a special challenge and allows us to interpret the duties and opportunities for true unity. All undertaken actions, both personal and social, have a chance of success in the light of understanding and accepting the unconditional dignity of man.
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