Euthanasia Flashcards
What are the 4 forms of Euthanasia?
Passive, Active, Voluntary and Non-Voluntary
What are the arguments for Euthansia?
Right to self-determination, let nature take its natural path, feeding tubes just prolong life, “Everyting that happens in this world happens when god chooses”
What are the arguments against euthanasia?
Unsure on whether they really want it, withholding treatment is not compassionate, feeding tubes form of basic care
What are the Christian views on euthanasia?
Totally opposed to active euthanasia, euthanasia is playing god, not responsible stewardship - “do not commit murder”
What are individual Christian views on euthanasia?
Life’s scared and should be preserved but not at all costs, quality of life more important than existance, euthanasia may be most compassionate action - “Happy are those who are merciful to each other”