Ethical and Religious Considerations in Physician Assisted Suicide
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Ethical and Religious Considerations in Physician-Assisted Suicide
When facing the end of life, the decision regarding physician-assisted suicide (PAS) deeply intertwines with personal beliefs and values. It’s crucial to reflect on these considerations well before reaching such a crossroads. Our spiritual journey can guide our choices, linking our beginnings and ends.
For terminally ill patients experiencing unbearable pain, ending their suffering might seem preferable to enduring a diminished quality of life. This perspective differs greatly from that of a healthy individual. Although many healthcare professionals assert that effective pain management is achievable, countless patients in the U.S. lack access to adequate care.
Religious perspectives often frame suffering as a path to purification, benefiting both patients and caregivers as they navigate the profound transformations associated with dying. In Christianity, life is seen as a divine gift, with the belief that God does not present challenges beyond our capacity to endure. The Qur’an advises against taking life unjustly, emphasizing that our bodies are not solely ours to command. Similarly, Orthodox Judaism views the right to die as opposing the sanctity of life.
Religious teachings largely view PAS as contrary to divine will, suggesting that contemplation and guidance from spiritual leaders are essential for those considering it. Making a decision beyond traditional religious teachings requires individuals to draw strength from personal beliefs formed in relation to the force that grants life.
Ultimately, those facing terminal illness must balance their inherent values and religious teachings when considering their options at the end of life.
Samuel Oliver, author of “What the Dying Teach Us: Lessons on Living.”
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