Issues of life and death Flashcards

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afterlife

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life after death. the belief that existence continues after physical death

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environmental sustainability

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limiting the amount of natural resources used to live well now and in the future eg recycling

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euthanasia

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the act of killing or permitting the death of a person who is suffering from a serious illness

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evolution

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the process by which different living creatures are believed to have developed from earlier less complex forms during the history of the earth

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abortion

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when a pregnancy is ended so it does not result in the birth of a child

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quality of life

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the extent to which life is pleasurable and enjoyable

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sanctity of life

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the belief that life is precious or sacred. for many religious believers only human life holds. this special status

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soul

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the spiritual aspect of a human that’s connects them to god

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resurrection

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being brought back to life after death physical or spiritual

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