Section 2 - Matters Of Life And Death Flashcards
When is ensoulment supposed to happen in Islam?
- when the soul has entered the foetus at 120 days
- some claim this happens earlier after 40 days
When is abortion allowed in Islam? 3
- in some cases
- the foetus would not exist if it was not for the mother
- the mothers life is established and she has responsibilities to carry out
Why do some Christians disagree with abortion? 12
- abortion can be viewed as murder
- the Ten Commandments say that taking a life is wrong
- life begins at conception, abortion is therefore taking a life
- life is sacred and a gift from God, only God has the right to end a pregnancy
- God has a plan for every human
- all life has value and every person has a right to life including a foetus
Why do some Christians agree with euthanasia? 3
- quality of life is important
- it may be the lesser of two evils
- Jesus taught Christians to love thy neighbour and gentle death may be the most loving thing
Why do some Christians not agree to euthanasia? 5
- God created humans in his image so only he has the power to take away life
- life is sacred and should be valued
- there are alternatives such as hospices so it is not necessary
- it is taking away a person’s life, which is nursed. The bible says that people must not commit murder in the Ten Commandments
- God has a plan for every human and it is not for us to intervene
Why might a Muslim disagree with euthanasia? 5
- the Qur’an says that suicide is wrong and so assisted suicide and voluntary euthanasia is wrong
- the Shari’ah bans euthanasia
- Muslims believe in sanctity of life and so non-voluntary euthanasia would be murder which is banned in the Qur’an
- Muslims regard life as a test and ending life early would be like cheating a test and would lead to hell on the last day
- only Allah has the right to take a life so euthanasia would be a sin
What is a near death experience?
When someone is about to die and has an out of body experience
Reasons for legalising euthanasia in the UK? 3
- lesser of two evils
- people should have control over wether they live or die
- most loving thing to do
Why shouldn’t the UK legalise euthanasia? 3
- life is sacred
- if legal people would abuse it
- only God has the right to end someone’s life
Why do Muslims disagree with abortion? (5)
- The Qur’an says murder is wrong
- many Muslim scholars are against abortion
- they believe in sanctity of life
- goes against all ah’s plan
- life is sacred and a gift
Why is life after death impossible? 4
- there is no evidence of the afterlife
- the idea is just there to comfort people
- there is nowhere for life after death to take place
- logically impossible
Why is life after death possible? Refer to Religons 4
- it is stated as part of the Christian creeds
- it is stated as part of the Muslim six articles of faith
- there is evidence in the bible in jesus’s resurrection
- the Quran gives clear descriptions of heaven and hell
Why is euthanasia a controversial issue?6
- can be the most loving thing to do
- people THJNK it’s the persons right to choose
- the person might change their mind when it is too late for them to say so
- doctors might face ethnical dilemmas
- people may misuse it for their own gain
- some people regard it as murder
Why should the media be allowed to criticise what religons say about life after death? 3
- media had the right to freedom of speech
- they can educate people by critiquing what religions say
- the media should point out contradictions in whatt religons say
Why should the media not be allowed to criticise what religons say about life after death? 3
- the media may be biased
- it is only for the benefit of religous followers
- could cause conflict eg Charlie hebdo
What does quality of life mean?
The idea that life must have some benefits to be worth living
Why should abortions be completely banned? 3
- the baby could be adopted
- abortion is against most religious teachings
- murder of an unborn child
Why shouldn’t abortions be banned?3
- abortion should be allowed in cases of rape
- abortions can save the life of the mother
- women should have the right to choose
Why do Christians believe in life after death? 6
- jesus rose from the dead
- jesus taught his disciples that there is life after death
- life after death is a reward for a good life
- paranormal experiences lead to belief in life after death
- St. Paul taught that Christians will be resurrected
- the creeds teach that there is a life after death
How is euthanasia murder? 3
- life is sacred so euthanasia is murder
- premature ending of a life which is against the law
- no human should take another humans life
How is euthanasia not murder? 3
- lesser of two evils
- most loving thing to do
- if it’s the persons choice it isn’t murder
What is reincarnation?
- the belief that after death souls are reborn in a new body
Why should Muslims accept euthanasia 3
- Allah has already decided the persons life should end
- might reduce suffering
- the person might be brain dead
What is non voluntary euthanasia?
- ending someone’s life painlessly when they are unable to ask but you have good reason for think they would want you to do so
Why should abortion be allowed in Christianity 6
- Catholic Church teaches that abortion is wrong
- Jesus taught compassion towards others
- in cases of rape or incest
- it may be the lesser of two evils
- we cannot be sure life begins at conception
- medical technology allows us to see if there are problems with a foetus
