Contraception Flashcards
(9 cards)
What is contraception
It is known as birth control to stop a woman from conceiving/
Why do atheist and humanist have no objections to contraception?
they believe it can reduce the risks of STI (sexually transmitted infection).
What does the Roman Catholic church believe?
They believe that married couples should ‘ transmit human life’ and anything ‘deliberately contraceptive’ is ‘ intrinsically wrong’
Why does the church believe contraception is wrong?
They believe contraception is wrong as it can lead to promiscuity
What does the Anglican and Methodist church believe ?
Anglican and Methodist church are in favour of contraception as it helps with family planning.
Give a quote for Islam that goes against the idea of contraception?
“Do not kill your children for the fear of poverty, we provide for them and for you”
source - Qur’an
In what circumstances does Islam allow the use of contraception?
- If the second child causes harm to the mother / existing child as well
- If the family cant afford to feed another child
Which methods of contraception can not be used in Islam
- Sterilisation
- Vasectomies
Give quote for Christianity supporting the idea of procreation?
“Be fruitful and multiply”
