The objective value of anything is determined by its capacity (and, in terms of sentient beings, its willingness) to contribute to overall happiness in the Universe. This applies the same for humans.
Subjectively, of course, that can change.
2007-08-14 03:48:49
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answer #1
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answered by Anonymous
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It is our arrogance that we place such a high value on human being and so low a price on any other being and further less on the inanimate...... not only that, we also place value on other beings and things from a purely self-centered point of view... how useful and important it is for US or ME.
In the context of the totality of this Universe or all the Universes (if indeed there are more than one as the string theory is hypothesizing these days), I believe that even a whole lot of species has merely a minuscule balancing value and no more!!
Please do not mind this off the track answer... it is just one point of view.
2007-08-14 10:49:36
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answered by small 7
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You don't determine anyone's true value, only your own.
It is up to each individual to discover, nurture and develop their own self worth. Certainly, we should all strive to extend our hands to others who are attempting to elevate their self worth so, we may all benefit from a united effort in elevating the Human Experience for All. I do believe, though, true value somewhat makes itself apparent by its very nature of being an extension of one's inner workings, life history and outlook on life. Some people who have everything, have nothing inside. Some who have nothing, have everything inside. This is why, as humans, we must do what we can to utilize our personal resources, be that wealth or wisdom, to help "bring up" our collective true value as a human race. Otherwise, the overall "market share" on the human existence, drops - and we all lose.
So, I think it is fairly self-centered to try to compare one person's true value against another's qualification of value. We are all different and each has our own benchmarks for success and personal sense of value. So, I feel, we are all priceless as living beings but what we do in the face of challenges in our lifetime, "sets" our self value. Should someone feel a need to interpret another's value, they are doing so for their own sense of value, in their own view of the world.
So, I ask in return, "Once you set your own true value, how will you share your wealth?"
2007-08-14 11:45:26
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answered by twistytree 2
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How 'authentic' we are determines the power of our contribution - "You know them by their fruits." Because most are incapable of seeing into others 'authentic Self,' we must treat everyone as having potentially unlimited value to humanity as a whole.
2007-08-14 10:27:40
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answered by MysticMaze 6
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The Creator of humans can best determine their value - Jesus died for each and every one of us.
He set our value to be as precious as His own life.
He disregards what we are and sees our potential.
2007-08-14 11:21:34
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answered by V 5
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Only God has the right to determine the value of a human being and not us humans................
I feel all life is important and should be valued............
if I could save the world I would...............!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Godbless the world :)))))
2007-08-14 10:43:38
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answered by Rita 6
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By one's kindness. I always have this great admiration for people who have kind souls, no matter how much the adversity and heartaches they have faced in the past.
2007-08-14 10:23:44
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answered by Anonymous
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look at the fact that every single human being is irreplaceable.
2007-08-14 10:30:22
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answered by Random Black Woman 6
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It depends on what you value.
2007-08-14 10:39:56
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answered by Anonymous
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let me guess value love?
2007-08-14 10:38:25
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answered by Anonymous
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