<i>Human Dignity, Welfare, and Care </i>

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  • 人間の尊厳・福祉・ケア
  • ニンゲン ノ ソンゲン ・ フクシ ・ ケア

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<p>     “Welfare” is one of the foundational concepts of bioethics and provides direction to questions regarding life. However, the following questions related to welfare have not been discussed sufficiently: (1) whose welfare is guaranteed? and (2) how is welfare guaranteed? This paper considers these two questions in relation to the idea of “human dignity,” which is the basis of welfare. I examine the ideas of dignity proposed by Martha Nussbaum and her critic Eva Feder Kittay. My analysis clarifies that the concepts of human welfare and dignity are complementary. Nussbaums's position is valid, in that she regards human dignity as an intrinsic value. However, it should not be reduced to qualities, such as capabilities. To recognize and respect the dignity of a human being, individualized care for each plays an indispensable role. In this regard, Kittay's position, which accepts that a strong relationship exists between human dignity and care, provides us with an important insight into human dignity.</p>

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  • Bioethics

    Bioethics 27 (1), 55-63, 2017

    Japan Association for Bioethics

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