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Contradictory

The idea that one cannot be a Christian and believe in the evolution of human life.

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Fundamentalist Christians

A group that believes evolution undermines the uniqueness and sanctity of human life.

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Genesis

The biblical account stating "so God created man in his own image."

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Atheists

Individuals who believe evolution is a natural process that does not require God.

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Survival of the fittest

A concept in evolution that involves suffering.

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Inconsistent triad

The argument suggesting that the existence of suffering implies no God.

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Liberal Christians

A group that disagrees with the notion that evolution disproves God's existence.

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Theistic evolution

The belief that God guides the process of evolution.

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Genesis symbolism

The idea that Genesis may be interpreted symbolically or metaphorically.

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Abortion

A contentious issue with arguments for and against its legality.

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Situation ethics

Joseph Fletcher's idea that the most loving action is the only 'good' action.

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Sanctity of life

The belief that all life is sacred and made in the image of God.

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Jeremiah

A biblical reference stating "before I formed you in the womb I knew you."

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Life begins at conception

A belief held by Catholics and some evangelicals.

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Near-death experiences

Accounts of individuals who claim to have seen depictions of heaven after clinical death.

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Euthanasia

The practice of ending a life to relieve suffering, with arguments for and against its legality.

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Quality of life

A consideration in euthanasia debates, particularly regarding severe suffering.

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Hippocratic Oath

An ethical guideline for doctors to save lives, not end them.

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Dying in dignity campaign

A movement advocating for the right to assisted dying in the UK.

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Public support for assisted dying

84% of the public supports assisted dying for terminally ill adults.

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