Exam Question/Answers Abortion 1. Flashcards
Give Two options instead of Abortion
- Adoption
2. Single parenthood
What ways can a womans life be affected by an unwanted pregnancy
- May disrupt education
- Emotional strain
- Career prospects affected
What does the bible teach about abortions.
- Theres no direct teaching but Christian attitudes are based off of biblical principles.
- Genesis “God made man in his image”
- Exodus “Do not kill” suggesting abortion is wrong
- Jeremiah “I chose you before i gave you life”
- God has a plan for everyone and all lifes sacred
Why has there been a rise in abortions in society
- Abortion is more available as the law permits it
- We live in a less religious society its more socially acceptable.
- People are more encouraged to do what makes them happy
- People are more inclined to be sexually active outside a marriage
- People use drugs and drink more so accidents can occur there.
“Adoption is the best solution to an unwanted pregnancy”
Agree:
- It gives foetus a chance of life
- It helps infertile couples
- Allows mother to avoid trauma of abortion
- It supports sancity of life
Disagree:
- Its cruel to make a woman carry her rapists baby
- The womans life and welfare is more important as the birth can be dangerous for her
- It doesnt guarantee the baby will live a good life and can cause an identity crisis for them in the future
- The woman could get attached during them 9 months and adoption can be traumatic
What are the decisions that women have to make when facing unwanted pregnancy
1) Considering an abortion
2) Consider keeping the child and putting it up for adoption
3) Consider keeping the child for themselves
4) Consider where she will live and how she will support the child
“The idea of celibacy is outdated”
Agree:
- Remaining celibate isnt a requirement in the 21st century as people are less religious.
- There are more contraceptions so it lowers the risk of unexpected pregnancys and STIs
- Less women are getting married due to male opression
- High levels of divorce are causing people to get married less so the idea of celibacy is unrealistic.
Disagree:
- It is a sacred act and is gift given from God so we should respect it.
- People should remain chaste if they dont marry
- Christians base their views on Genesis
- Avoids unwanted pregnancys and avoids emotional hurt as they can be left feeling devalued and used
- Priests and nuns still remain chaste.
“Living with someone is preferable to get married”
Agree:
- It allows people to get to know their partners more before making this permanent decision
- They can share their lives together without spending expenses on a wedding
- Its sensible as they might not be long lasting and they can easily separate
Disagree:
- If a couple are in love its more practical to get married if they intend on having children
- Society bases the family unit on a family where parents are married with children
- A marriage ceremony creates a deeper bond and more of a commitment
Explain Christian teachings on marriage
- Marriage is sacred and ordained by God “The two will become one”
- Marriage is a commitment and the couple should try stay together
- Marriage is life long and permanent “Let no man separate what Gods joined”
- Paul taught women are to submit to their husbands
“A christian couple should accept they cant have children”
Agree:
- They should trust in God as he has a plan for everyone
- Reproductive technologies arent compatible with the scriptures and gets rid of sancity of life (Selective abortion)
- God is the giver of life and they shouldnt try play God.
Disagree:
- Infertility is an illness and should be treated like any other
- Theyre fulfilling gods wishes to go fourth and multiply
- Reproductive technologies are monitored by the HFEA and allows them to be used ethically
