Muslim attitudes to abortion (Edexcel GCSE Religious Studies B): Flashcards
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What is abortion?
What is abortion?
Intentional ending of a human pregnancy
Why is life sacred in Islam?
Why is life sacred in Islam?
It was created by Allah
What is the 'lesser of two evils' principle?
What is the 'lesser of two evils' principle?
Allows difficult decisions when Islamic values conflict
Who has ultimate authority over life in Islam?
Who has ultimate authority over life in Islam?
Allah
What does Qur'an 17:32 teach?
What does Qur'an 17:32 teach?
Do not kill your children for fear of poverty
What is ensoulment?
What is ensoulment?
When the soul enters the developing body
When does ensoulment occur in Islam?
When does ensoulment occur in Islam?
120 days after conception
What is the source of ensoulment teaching?
What is the source of ensoulment teaching?
Sahih al-Bukhari hadith
When may abortion be permitted in Islam?
When may abortion be permitted in Islam?
When mother's life at risk or in rape cases
Are Muslims united on abortion?
Are Muslims united on abortion?
No, varying views exist
Is life protected before ensoulment?
Is life protected before ensoulment?
Yes, deserves protection even before 120 days
Central principle in Islamic abortion debates?
Central principle in Islamic abortion debates?
Sanctity of human life