Human Rights, Human Dignity, and the Concept of Honour: A German Perspective

Authors

• Eric Hilgendorf, Julius-Maximilians-Universität Würzburg

Abstract

The overuse of terms like human rights, human dignity, and honour in European legal discourse risks diminishing their normative impact. Rooted in Enlightenment ideals and reactions to historical injustices, these concepts are central to German law, balancing individual rights with freedoms like expression. However, their broad application, especially in criminal law, necessitates a more precise definition to preserve their legal potency.

Disciplines

Constitutional Law | Human Rights Law | Law | Legal Ethics and Professional Responsibility

Recommended Citation

Eric Hilgendorf, Human Rights, Human Dignity, and the Concept of Honour: A German Perspective, 25 Cardozo J. Int'l & Comp. L. 499 (2017).
Available at: https://larc.cardozo.yu.edu/cjicl/vol25/iss3/5