What are Human Rights? How are they different from other kinds of rights? Are Human Rights inherent, or are they a social construct?

In this episode, we continue our exploration of Catholic Social Doctrine by considering the nature of Human Rights.

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References and further reading/listening/viewing:

⁠⁠⁠⁠The Compendium of the Social Doctrine of the Catholic Church⁠⁠⁠, pts 152-59

Pope Paul VI, Octogesima Adveniens

The International Theological Commission, "The Dignity and Rights of the Human Person"

Catholic Relief Services, "CST 101 | Rights and Responsibilities"

Bishop Robert Barron, "Dignitas Infinita"