analysis of moral and religious issues raised by euthansia
... This essay explores and elaborates euthanasia morally and religiously, and more precisely is an analysis of the issues raised. ... Euthanasia raises many issues. ... One of the main religious issues that euthanasia confronts is the sanctity of life. ... ” The prohibition of killing is a moral absolute of Christianity, Judaism and Islam, and while exceptions have been made for warfare and self defence, taking one’s own life has traditionally been considered wrong. ... But if a believer were to oppose all killing, taking a pacifist line with regard to personal and national moral behaviour, then euthanasia would be untenable. ... Many religious people follow this principle, so do not agree with suicide and assisted dying. However there are many religious people who do support voluntary euthanasia, such as our late vice-president Lord Soper, an important Methodist minister. ... It is often argued that religious arguments cannot and should not apply to anyone who does not share that belief. ... These choices are key issues in euthanasia and the doctor’s play a huge role. ... Religious people say people should expect suffering because it has a purpose.