Ethics Life and Death Definitions Flashcards
Evolution
The process by which living creatures are thought to have developed from earlier, less complex forms
Intelligent Design
the idea that certain features of life are best explained by an intelligent cause (creator or divine being)
stewardship
taking care of something, Christians and jews believe we have a responsibility to take care of the world
Dominion
human beings are in charge of non-human animals
sanctity of life
the belief that life is sacred, many religious believe only human life is precious
quality of life
the extent to which life is meaningful and pleasurable
conception
involves fertilisation and implantation
viability
the point at which a foetus can survive outside the womb alone
ensoulment
catholic belief that a foetus receives a soul at around 19 weeks
abortion
when a pregnancy is ended so it does not result in the birth of a child
the soul
spiritual aspect of a being that connects them to god
dualism
the belief that we are 2 separate parts, body and soul.
materialism
the view that nothing exists apart from matter
euthanasia
the practice of intentionally ending life to relieve pain or suffering
hospice
a place that people go to die with dignity, they offer palliative care