Roman Catholic views on euthanasia, with citations please?

Answer 1

As Christians, we believe that human life is a sacred gift from God to be cherished and respected because every human being is created in the image and likeness of God (Genesis 1:26).

In heeding God’s command, "Thou shall not kill" (Exodus 20:13), we recognize that we cannot end of our lives or the lives of others as we please. We must respect and protect the dignity of human from the moment of conception to the moment of natural death.

Euthanasia occurs when a doctor or medical staff person administers a lethal dose of medication with the intention of killing the patient.

Assisted suicide occurs when a doctor or medical staff person prescribes a lethal amount of medication with the intent of helping a person commit suicide. The patient then takes the dose or turns the switch.

We also recognize the need for the proper management of pain. Modern medicine provides effective treatments for pain that guarantees that no one will suffer a painful death. No one needs to escape pain by seeking death.

Suicidal wishes among the terminally ill are due to treatable depression similar to that of other suicidal people. If we address their pain, depression and other problems, then there is generally no more talk of suicide.

Repercussions of Assisted Suicide
+ The patient seriously, possibly completely, damages his or her relationship with God.
+ Anyone assisting a suicide gravely endangers his or her spiritual, psychological, and emotional well-being including family members and medical professionals.
+ Corruption of the medical profession: whose ethical code calls on physicians to serve life and never to kill. The American Medical Association, the American Nurses Association, the American Psychiatric Association, and dozens of other medical groups argue that the power to assist in taking patients’ lives is "a power that most health-care professionals do not want and could not control.”
+ Society will more and more disregards the dignity of human life.

Possible Corruptions
+ Exploitation of the marginalized: The poor, the elderly, minorities, those who lack health insurance would be the first to feel pressure to die.
+ Cost control: Patients with long term or expensive illnesses and considered economic liabilities would be encouraged die.
+ Rebirth of historical prejudices: Many able-bodied people, including some physicians, say they would "rather be dead than disabled." Such prejudices could easily lead families, physicians, and society to encourage death for people who are depressed and emotionally vulnerable as they adjust to life with a serious illness or disability.

Jesus uttered the words of faith that continue to inspire and to guide the Church’s teaching in this mystery of Christian death: "This is why the Father loves me, because I lay down my life in order to take it up again" (John 10:17).

With love in Christ.

Answer 2

Roman Catholic Views On Euthanasia

Answer 3

technically, i'm a roman catholic. But i actually believe in the evangelical/protestant faith. Although they may say that both roman catholic and protestant are under christianity, i beg to disagree. They have different views on certain issues. But they have the same views on euthanasia. "Thou shalt not kill" is one of God's commandments. It is not a suggestion, but a commandment. No matter what reason you have why you killed another person, it is a sin to do so. God's commandment is clear and generalized. Even if it's mercy killing, it's still the same as killing another person, thus it is wrong in God's eyes. Only God has the right to take away life since He is the one who created it. Everything in this world will turn out just the way God willed it. So don't do anything such as mercy killing. The most you can do is pray to God to do His will. Either a miracle will happen and the dying person survives; or the dying person will die on his own, without help from other people.

Answer 4

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Catechism of the Catholic Church


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.

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.

Answer 5

The Catechism of the Catholic Church teaches:

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.

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.

Answer 6

From the Catechism of the Catholic Church:

2276
Those whose lives are diminished or weakened deserve special respect. Sick or handicapped persons should be helped to lead lives as normal as possible.

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.

http://www.usccb.org/catechism/text/pt3sect2chpt2art5.htm#2276

Answer 7

Well, I'm a roman catholic. And i have no clue what the religion has to say about it today. I think it is wrong. There is a lot of things that i think are wrong, and was taught was wrong by the church but are now considered right. But just cuz the religion is becoming more so called HIP and Politically correct, doesn't mean i will change my views.

Answer 8

Protestant religions look form of empty and soulless, yet indignant and ridiculous on the comparable time. Calvin claimed the line to hell is paved with the skulls of unbaptized toddlers. yet, Luther knew accumulation of wealth and advertising of heavenly dividends became incorrect and became waiting to galvanize exchange. i could be incorrect yet all prodestants are derived from Luthers ruin after the ninety 5 theses. the genuine ruin from Rome needs to come back from the yank Catholic Church. they permit married clergy delivery administration and different modern-day reforms on an identical time as protecting the classic catholic ceremonies.

Answer 9

Hello,
I'm Roman Catholic, here's my quote and source:
"Thou shall not kill." - The Bible.

(Dont overcomplicate the commandment. It says what it says.)

Answer 10

There's lots of youth in Asia; although too many, in some places.