sanctity of life

Question 1

what is pikuach nefesh

Answer 1

the idea that the preservation of human life is more important than religious law - sanctity of life

Question 2

SOWA

Answer 2

rabbis approved actions on shabbat that save lives would be allowed even though classed as work - saving a child from drowning, putting out a fire

Question 3

what does Talmud make clear about Pikuach Nefesh

Answer 3

we are all descended from Abraham made in God’s image so taking human life is destroying the earth

Question 4

what do the 10 commandments say

Answer 4

Do not kill

Question 5

what does Pikuach Nefesh say about life in modern times (4)

Answer 5

1 must do everything in our power to save life
2 must allow abortions to save mothers life
3 euthanasia strictly forbidden
4 can switch off life support or end treatment artificially keeping someone alive

Question 6

Is sanctity of life more important than shabbat

Answer 6

yes - rabbis approved things can be done to save life that is considered work - doctors and nurses can use machines

Question 7

how does Pikuach Nefesh relate to fasting and eating kosher

Answer 7

eat non kosher if it avoids starvation

Question 8

name 3 mitzvots that can not be broken

Answer 8

muder incest and adultery