Humanists Flashcards
Humanist thoughts on sanctity of life
Focus on quality of life rather than sanctity of it
British Humanist association quote
“Abortion may be the lesser of two evils. Some embryos are previously disabled. If born alive, their only prospect is immense suffering and usually early death”
Some Humanist views on abortion
Mostly pro-choice, mother’s rights outweigh the rights of the foetus, life begins at a later stage in pregnancy or at birth
What does Peter singer say about abortion
We should be able to end biological life at any time if leading to greater happiness
Humanist views on Stewardship
Believe we should respect planet but reject concept of being a steward of God
“Good without God”
Why should a humanist care for the environment?
Only have one life so they want to have a nice home
What can a demand of earth’s resources cause?
Increase tension even leading to war threatening happiness and safety of humans
