Religious Views - GE Flashcards

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What are the views of Buddhism on Genetic Engineering?

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  • Intentions of gene therapy are good

- Goes against First Precept if animals are used at the research stage

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Are Christians against Human Genetic Engineering?

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  • No, they are for and against
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What are christian views for it?

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  • Act of compassion
  • Responsible use of God-given skill
  • Can’t put a price on the life of a child
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What are christian views against it?

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  • IVF Treatment breaches sanctity of life principle

- ‘Playing god’

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