theme religion and life - 12 markers

Contradictory

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

Fundamentalist Christians

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

Genesis

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

Atheists

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

Survival of the fittest

A concept in evolution that involves suffering.

Inconsistent triad

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

Liberal Christians

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

Theistic evolution

The belief that God guides the process of evolution.

Genesis symbolism

The idea that Genesis may be interpreted symbolically or metaphorically.

Abortion

A contentious issue with arguments for and against its legality.

Situation ethics

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

Sanctity of life

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

Jeremiah

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

Life begins at conception

A belief held by Catholics and some evangelicals.

Near-death experiences

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

Euthanasia

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

Quality of life

A consideration in euthanasia debates, particularly regarding severe suffering.

Hippocratic Oath

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

Dying in dignity campaign

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

Public support for assisted dying

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