what do Christians believe about the sanctity of life?

A01- what do Christians believe about the sanctity of life? Christians believe by the phrase 'Sanctity of life' that all life is special to God. They believe that life should not be treated badly or discarded thoughtlessly. Each human being is a separate, living person, with many rights, mainly the right to life. Christian's beliefs about God as creator include the belief that all human beings are created as individuals. Every individual is unique, and there is no life like any other in the universe. Human beings have a special place in God's eyes and in God's creation. Christians believe that life is a gift from God and that every person is made in God's image. This passage from Genesis shows the special nature of humans: 'Then God said, 'Let us make man in our image, in our likeness, and let them rule over the fish of the sea and the birds of the air, over the livestock, over all the earth and over all the creatures that move on the ground.' So God created man in his own image, in the image of God he created him; male and female he created them' (Genesis 1:26-27) All life is a gift from god and is therefore sacred. The sanctity of life is the belief that the life is holy and sacred. Most religions believe humans are special. For instance they teach that we have a soul (a part of us that lives with us after death) and that we have been given an opportunity to have a

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The purpose of this report is to investigate the increase of abortion in the United Kingdom. The report begins with a brief introduction and then discusses the ethical issues concerning abortion as well as the law's point of view on the subject

Abortion in the UK To: George Fraser From: Aysha Adam 4/06/2005 CONTENTS Terms of Reference Page 1 Procedures Page 1 Findings Page 1-2 Conclusion Page 3 Recommendation Page 3 Appendix Page 4 Bibliography Page 5 Terms Of Reference The purpose of this report is to investigate the increase of abortion in the United Kingdom. The report begins with a brief introduction and then discusses the ethical issues concerning abortion as well as the law's point of view on the subject. The reminder of the report looks at statistic of abortion the UK, and assesses what needs to be done to reduce the high levels of abortion in the country as well as improve and promote a healthy sex life. Procedure The following methods were used to write this report: books, newspapers and Internet. Findings Abortion is deliberate termination of pregnancy. There are several reasons for abortion, the most important are: health concerns and social status. Health concerns usually

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Explain the beliefs Christians believe about their responsibility for people at the beginning and the end of their lives.

Explain the beliefs Christians believe about their responsibility for people at the beginning and the end of their lives. One of the most important things on which the Christian faith is based is the respect and responsibilities associated with life. Christians believe that it is sacred, as it comes from God - and only God, as he is the creator has right do destroy his ultimate creation - life. Creation of life was a great act of love from God, but he not only given life to us, he also gave us the power to create life as well. Because God himself breathed life into every each of us we consider it sacred and unique. Christian believe that life begins just at the moment of conception when all of our personal features are decided - hair colour, skin colour, sex etc. God himself decided on them as he said "Before I formed you in the womb, I knew you". Even before the conception God already prepared a mission for us and decided on the special talents that we will receive. That means that from this moment a baby in the womb in the eyes of a Christian is as much of a person as any other Christian - it is unique and individual even though it may be only few minutes old. God has given us special talents, individuality and character - he expects us to use them wisely to help other people, and together, with different talents, complement each other. Christians believe to be said to

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Explain what Christians believe about the 'sanctity of human life' and especially their responsibility for those at the beginning and those at the end of life. Use bible passages and Christian church teaching to support your answer.

Skill AO1-Explain what Christians believe about the 'sanctity of human life' and especially their responsibility for those at the beginning and those at the end of life. Use bible passages and Christian church teaching to support your answer. Christians believe that God has given them the gift of life so therefore no one but God has the authority to end life or prevent new life. Exodus 20:13, "you shall not murder", is an important biblical passage to the 'sanctity of human life.' It tells Christians initially that euthanasia, abortion and capital punishment are wrong although it is more complicated than that. Abortion is not mentioned in the Bible but the passage above does convey that it is wrong and you are sinning. In Luke 1:41 it shows Christians that Elizabeth's baby was alive and so if you were to have an abortion you would be destroying life. Christians have strong views on abortion and different denominations have different opinions. Roman Catholics believe that falling pregnant is a gift from God and abortion is unacceptable in all cases. They also believe that life begins at conception so abortion is murder. Other Christian denominations also believe this and are pro-life. The Church of England disagrees with abortion but gives exceptions in extreme circumstances such as the mother's health is at risk. The Church feels a foetus should "be nurtured, supported and

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Describe and explain bible quotes a Christian might use in a discussion about abortion

Describe and explain bible quotes a Christian might use in a discussion about abortion The bible does not have any direct quotes for abortion. There is only one quote that is closely linked to abortion and that is Exodus 21:22-25 "If some men are fighting and hurt a pregnant women so that she loses her child, but she is not injured in any other way, the one who hurt her is to be fined whatever the woman's husband demands, subject to approval of the judges. But if the woman herself is injured, the punishment shall be life for a life, eye for an eye, tooth for a tooth, hand for hand, foot for foot, burn for burn, wound for wound, bruise for bruise." This appears that there is no physical punishment for damaging an unborn baby by indirect action, he merely has to pay the price of the mother's husband that is demanded by him. This appears to be saying that the life of the unborn baby is irrelevant and that the only life that matters is that of the woman the rule "life for a life, burn for a burn etc" only applies for the woman not the unborn. But we must keep in mind that there are no bible quotes linked directly to abortion. Due to the fact that a medical abortion was not available when the bible was written which explains why there are no direct quotes to abortion. Christians will not all have the same views and opinions on abortion, as there are no set rules. Therefore

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Abortion good or bad

Abortion good or bad Should Abortion be Illegal? For many years now people have debated over abortion. Legally a woman can have an abortion when she is up to 24weeks pregnant except if the mothers' life is in danger. Some people see this as killing innocent babies but others see it as a rescue for teenage mothers' etc. Abortion was only legalized in 1861but was only carried out if the mothers life was at risk. However this changed with the introduction of the Abortion Act (1967) by the Liberal MP David Steel. This allowed a woman to have an abortion if there was a risk or injury to her or her existing children's physical or mental health but the mother must have the permission of two doctors. In 1990 the law was changed again: 'The Human Fertilization and Embryology Act (1990) reduced from 27 to 24 weeks the latest date for abortion. The grounds for termination within that time period are wide. But after 24 weeks a pregnancy can only be terminated if the mother's life is threatened or there is a substantial risk of fetal abnormality.' This means that mother can chose if their unborn baby lives or dies. On average there is an abortion of every 2.8 births worldwide. There are several ways of carrying out abortion: Suction The abortionist first paralyzes the cervix (womb opening). He then inserts a hollow plastic tube with a knife-like tip into the uterus. The tube

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Abortion is a controversial issue in society.

Abortion Abortion is quite a controversial issue in society. Since the 1973 court ruling of Roe. V. Wade that abortions are legal during the early months of pregnancy they have become one of the most common surgical procedures in the U.S. There are several circumstances, which I believe an abortion to be warranted. One example would be an "unintended" pregnancy by a teenage girl who is merely a child here self and is too immature to raise the baby. Another example is a woman being the victim of a rape, where the child after being born, would be a constant reminder of this terrible, traumatic experience. In the case of a medical problem, such as a woman who during the routine ultrasound, finds out that the baby's skull won't be formed properly or won't survive, the woman should have the opportunity to spare herself, here family, and the unhealthy unborn "person", from suffering. In the event of an accident or premature labor, I believe abortion to be another answer if the woman might die, and/or the unborn "person" might not survive. Abortion sometimes are used to prevent the birth of babies with serious genetic defects, such as Down's Syndrome, cystic fibrosis, mental retardation etc. but most abortion are the result of pregnancies unwanted for economic hardship, a woman being to old, or social stigma. The termination of life, whether it be three weeks into

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Natural law for abortion.

Natural Law for Abortion To say that natural law is not an effective argument in the debate over abortion seems a bit ignorant. Almost all ethical way of thinking must be considered when looking at varying situations and the outcomes of them. Aquinas stated that the key to natural law was that humans always seek to do the 'good'. He would claim that all people, not just religious believers, try to do what is right even if, to others, it appears wrong. However Aquinas also talked a lot about apparent goods. These are actions we take for a reason we feel is right but which goes against our human nature. With regards to abortion then it first needs to be decided whether or not the killing of an unborn child in some situations is an apparent good or an actual good response. From a personal point of view I would struggle to suggest it is anything but an apparent good. Firstly it would go against my human nature to kill any living person, as it is a natural good to not kill others. However it could be looked at differently if a pregnant women wants an abortion so that she can continue to work it is an apparent good. This is simply because from her point of view it is a good action. As with all abortion debates whether or not the baby is classed as a living person at just 8 weeks old, or less, depends on medical facts. But assuming the baby is alive then it can't be a true good

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What does the law state about abortion? Explain religious teaching on abortion

Abortion (a). What does the law state about abortion? Explain religious teaching on abortion. Before 1967 Abortion was illegal; if women wanted an abortion it was done illegally. About 30 women on average died each year due to back-street abortions. Between 40,000 and 200,000 back-street abortions took place each year. (a) In 1967 an abortion act was introduced it stated: - That 2 doctors had to agree on one of the two conditions stated below, . (known as the social clause), If keeping the baby would cause physical or mental damage to the mother or if her life was in danger through continuing with the pregnancy or if keeping the baby would cause any mental or physical damage to the already existing children (if any).For example, if the mother had no money or nowhere to live this would allow her to abort her baby. 2. If there was a high risk that the baby was going to be physically or mentally handicapped following tests. - It aimed to stop illegal back-street abortions by providing a legal and safe way for abortion to take place. - It also had to happen by the 28th week of pregnancy. (b) In 1990, the Human Fertilisation and Embryology act, stated: - That it was no longer 28 weeks of pregnancy but it was reduced to 24 weeks of pregnancy. This was because with modern medical facilities babies born as young as 24 weeks or even younger can grow

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What do you think about abortion?

Hello, today I am going to talk to you about abortion. What do you think about abortion? Most people try not to think about it. They wish to avoid the overwhelming horrible reality. Abortion is a deliberate violent act that kills an unborn baby. Without any anesthetic, the baby is dismembered, torn apart, and vacuumed out of the mother. In the case of a near-term or partial-birth abortion, the baby is turned around and pulled partially out with its head still inside the mother. The abortionist then plunges a sharp object into the back of its neck and vacuums out the brain. This is not a pleasant subject. It hurts to just imagine the horror. However, we must think about it in order to gather the courage needed to end it. What motivates an abortionist? What must they think as they slash and tear a baby apart or plunge a knife into its neck? Somehow, abortionists have become immune to the reality of their actions. Like Shakespeare's Macbeth, they have blood on their hands, and it cannot be washed off. They are like gas chamber operators during Hitler's holocaust. They are like slave traders who traded in human flesh during slavery. Many people have become uninterested in abortion. Since they have already been born, abortion is no threat to them personally. Why should they care about someone else's baby? If there is any lesson to be learned from September 11, 2001, it is that

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