This article is part of a more complex research on human rights, a subject treated in contemporary ethical discussions concerning problems such as the quality of life with others within the context of institutions belonging to a law-abiding State. The first part of this study considers some preliminarymatters relative to "human dignity": the problems presentad by the concept itself, the distinction between juridical and anthropological factors, and a previous systematization indicating how the terms will be used. The second section carries out analysis of Kant's position, considered a classic in its approach to human rights and dignity, a central question in all Hegelian discussion. Finally, Hegel's position is considered, nor from the view...