Original scientific paper
TOLERANCE AS A NECESSITY OF HUMAN TOGETHERNESS AND DIGNITY
Nikola Skledar
; Institute for Social Research, Zagreb
Abstract
In this text we have tried to develop a thesis signifying that tolerance
and respect of certain human speculative and practical
differences is a necessity and constituent part of the truly human
togetherness societas, which as such enables the fundamental
human dignity of its members - individuals and various socio-cultural
groups. However, it should be stressed that even tolerance
cannot be limitless. Not only can we not tolerate some outwardly
inhuman modes of behavior and viewpoints threatening the basic
rights and freedoms of others, but we have to, in the name of elementary
humanness, stand up against them. Having in mind this
intention, the author first defines and expounds the terms mentioned
in the title: togetherness, dignity and tolerance, in order to
then demonstrate their designated relations. Finally, this text supports
dialogue dia-logos as a further degree of civilized interaction
amongst people in circumstances of inimitable multiculturality, especially
in this part of the world.
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Hrčak ID:
32139
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Publication date:
1.3.1996.
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