10 Principles of Catholic Social Teachings By Meg

10 Principles of Catholic Social Teachings By Meg D

The Principle of Respect for Human Dignity Every person is create din the image of God and therefore in deserving of respect no matter who they are. Pic: http: //www. usccb. org/beliefs-and-teachings/what-we-believe/catholic-social-teaching/life-and-dignity-of-the-human-person. cfm

The Principle of Respect for Human Life Every person has a right to have dignity. Sacredness of human life is essential for a good society. Pic: http: //www. stjoanofarc. com/sja_respect_life. php

The Principle of Association When they associate with others, a human person is their true self. Pic: http: //www. yoga 24 x 7. org/category/principles/

The Principle of Participation All people have a duty to partake in development of socio-economic, political and cultural life. Pic: http: //www. hefce. ac. uk/whatwedo/wp/current/

The Principle of Preferential Option for the Poor and Vulnerable The needs of the poor and vulnerable come before those of the rich. Pic: http: //www. preachingfriars. org/vox-clamantis/option-poor

The Principle of Solidarity We must learn to love everyone as if they are our brothers and sisters. Pic: https: //capp-usa. org/contemporary_issues/40

The Principle of Stewardship We must not only consume, but to be a steward for the world’s goods. Pic: http: //hopebiblechurch. org/site/cpage. asp? cpage_id=180020928&sec_id=180007780

The Principle of Subsidiarity To not give too much help, but the right amount to help someone complete a task or obligation. Pic: http: //www. onislam. net/english/reading-islam/research-studies/islamic-thought/428272. html

The Principle of Human Equality Everyone is equal and therefore entitled to respect and dignity. Pic: http: //www. wbez. org/series/islamic-reform-towards-global-movement

The Principle of Common Good Every person, no matter what social group they belong to or what class of society they fit under, is entitled to flourish in whatever situation they are in. Pic: http: //www. crisismagazine. com/2008/the-case-for-the-workers-cooperative

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