euthanasia Flashcards
christian
Most Christians agree that euthanasia is not acceptable because:All life is sacred (sanctity of life) and taking any life is wrong
.Those who assist are involved in murder, which is against the Ten Commandments Life is a gift from God and therefore is precious.
Suffering can have a purpose and should be endured, as God will not give us more suffering than we are truly able to cope with.
liberal christian
Some liberal Christians believe it is acceptable to turn off life support if there is medical evidence that a person is brain dead. They may also consider withholding treatment that prolongs a painful illness as they follow Jesus’ teachings of love and compassion.
catholic
The Catholic Church is completely opposed to euthanasia.
buddhism
Buddhism teaches that there is no ‘soul’, it is karma that goes through the cycle of samsara. Therefore, there is no point committing euthanasia as it will not relieve suffering (dukkha).
