I have to answer this question for my religious studies home work. I think that a person has the right to say when they want their life to end if they're suffering and in pain. But I also believe that only God should be able to end a life as he was the creator of life. I think that all hardship is a test from God to see if we make the right decisions. PLEASE HELP ME. MY VIEWS ARE BALANCED!
2007-03-02 06:23:11 · 25 answers · asked by Anonymous in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
PRO - LIFE:
"2277 Whatever its motives and means, direct euthanasia consists in putting an end to the lives of handicapped, sick, or dying persons. It is morally unacceptable.
Thus an act or omission which, of itself or by intention, causes death in order to eliminate suffering constitutes a murder gravely contrary to the dignity of the human person and to the respect due to the living God, his Creator. The error of judgment into which one can fall in good faith does not change the nature of this murderous act, which must always be forbidden and excluded.
2278 Discontinuing medical procedures that are burdensome, dangerous, extraordinary, or disproportionate to the expected outcome can be legitimate; it is the refusal of "over-zealous" treatment. Here one does not will to cause death; one's inability to impede it is merely accepted. The decisions should be made by the patient if he is competent and able or, if not, by those legally entitled to act for the patient, whose reasonable will and legitimate interests must always be respected.
2324 Intentional euthanasia, whatever its forms or motives, is murder. It is gravely contrary to the dignity of the human person and to the respect due to the living God, his Creator."
Another good resource for life and death issues is the book, "Healing the Culture" by Robert J. Spitzer.
2007-03-02 06:33:40 · answer #1 · answered by Giggly Giraffe 7 · 0⤊ 3⤋
What's wrong with having a balanced view? It actually makes you seem more humane than just saying "God says it's wrong". Don't change your point of view or your heartfelt feeling on the subject because the church tells you it's wrong. And don't hide your own feelings out of fear. The church isn't right about everything. I don't think you need help - your views make sense to me. There is no pat answer - everyone has different opinions about this, and ultimately, it's up to the person in pain to decide which is best, not everyone else. I don't want to see anyone suffer, so I personally agree with it.
2007-03-02 06:40:48 · answer #2 · answered by ReeRee 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
But what you are neglecting is those who do not believe in your god. You have no right to dictate the religious rules another person must follow... Euthanasia might not be a decision you would choose but if another is living in excruciating pain, and does not feel there would be a recourse to end their suffering, then they should have every right in the world to do so. It is the humane thing to do, and more importantly it is their life.
If you believe that your god is the only possibility, then it is probably to late for you to learn, but if you awknowledge that every person has the right of freedom from religion, then you will realize that this should be their decision.
If you believe that everyone should have to follow your religion, then i hope one day another religion that you do not believe rises to power so you understand the position that those in my position experience every day. Would you like to wear a turban and a viel? How about sacrificing an animal? Just because you may be in a majority does not mean you are correct so please choose to argue for individualistic choice as opposed to religios oppression.
2007-03-02 06:26:37 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
I agree with euthanasia. I think it should be a choice that every person can make for themselves. I would prefer someone make that choice than spend the next couple months or years in agony. I should have the right to decide whether my life continues or ends, and at the age when euthanasia is most employed, I should be allowed to ask for help.
I guess it's one of those things you can't really explain your feelings for, you just have them. I strongly agree with euthanasia if the decision is made by a competent adult. After all we have DNR (do not resuscitate) orders in hospitals.
2007-03-02 06:29:16 · answer #4 · answered by eastchic2001 5 · 3⤊ 0⤋
(I'll try and keep my atheist views limited on this one)
Most people would say that God is against murder and suicide is a type of murder. But why would your God give people the freedom of choice if there is only one right answer? It's like saying, "Choose between the apple or the banana- but if you choose the banana I will kill you."
That's not much of a choice.
In this case people should choose how they want to live (or end) their life. This isn't exactly like depressive suicide, where therapy can help. This is where one person is choosing to live until the age of 35 with minimal pain or live until the age of 37 in massive pain.
It's their choice.
2007-03-02 06:28:21 · answer #5 · answered by dmlk2 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I believe in the sanctity of human life, and therefore I'm opposed to euthanasia. Euthanasia is defined as deliberately putting to death a person who is suffering from an incurable condition or disease. Such a deliberate act ends life immediately through, for example, so-called assisted suicide. Ending a life in such a manner is a violation of the commandments of God.
However, I do not believe that allowing a person to die from natural causes by removing a patient from artificial means of life support, as in the case of a long-term illness, falls within the definition of euthanasia. When dying from such an illness or an accident becomes inevitable, it should be seen as a blessing and a purposeful part of eternal existence.
I do not think that we should feel obligated to extend mortal life by means that are unreasonable. These judgments are best made by family members after receiving wise and competent medical advice and seeking divine guidance through fasting and prayer.
2007-03-02 06:29:18 · answer #6 · answered by Arthurpod 4 · 0⤊ 2⤋
As a christian euthanasia isn't a welcomed journey. in spite of the incontrovertible fact that solid a individual purpose are they at the instant are not enable to take their own existence in simple terms as suicide is against the christian faith so is euthanasia and abortion. It takes a human beings existence voluntarily or different sensible. Why that's against God's commandment Thou shall no longer kill. i will permit people who prepare Islam talk for them-self.
2016-10-02 06:46:49 · answer #7 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
What a person wants done to them selves is 100% their decision. Anyone who thinks they have even they tiniest slightest right to control another persons life or decisions is a VERY sick and twisted individual, these type of people are the most disgusting humans to ever walk the earth.
2007-03-02 06:35:26 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
If I had a terminal illness and was in severe pain...not expected to get better and pain meds weren't working...then I would want to be able to end my life. Try to think about this question from your point of view if YOU were suffering.
2007-03-02 06:28:17 · answer #9 · answered by Stormilutionist Chasealogist 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
It is already allowed in many modern civilized country.
People already have the choice of asking for DNR. They must also have the choice to decide when enough is enough.
If you think only god should be in charge, then you should make sure all hospitals are immediately closed.
2007-03-02 06:32:36 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋