Vivisection

Question 1

What is the general Christian view on vivisection?

Answer 1

That it is acceptable as humans were God’s most important creation

Question 2

Give examples of some Christian groups in favour of vivisection

Answer 2

Catholics, the Church of England

Question 3

What are some of the Christian arguments in terms of vivisection?

Answer 3

That it cares for and saves humans
The greater good
Lesser of 2 evils
'Rule over...every living creature'
Humans are God's stewards
We are superior to animals

Question 4

What is an example of vivisection already providing us with information?

Answer 4

Armadillos being used to produce a vaccine against leprosy

Guinea pigs being used to produce vaccines against diphtheria and TB

Question 5

Define vivisection

Answer 5

The act of performing experiments on animals in the name of gaining scientific information

Question 6

What is the main argument in favour of vivisection?

Answer 6

The information advances human knowledge
Used to produce effective drugs
Has saved thousands of lives

Question 7

What is the main argument against vivisection?

Answer 7

That harming animals is morally wrong
It abuses the physical power we have over them
They are innocent and can’t consent

Question 8

Why is vivisection a significant issue?

Answer 8

Because many people disagree on whether humans are superior to animals and what the cost of their lives are