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Abortion Quote by Mother Theresa

“If we accept that a mother can kill her own child, how can we tell other people not to kill each other? Any country that accepts abortion is not teaching its people to love, rather, to use violence to get what they want.” quote by Mother Theresa
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““If we accept that a mother can kill her own child, how can we tell other people not to kill each other? Any country that accepts abortion is not teaching its people to love, rather, to use violence to get what they want.””

Mother Theresa

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The quote argues that accepting abortion undermines societal respect for life and promotes violence.

In simple terms: Accepting abortion is seen as encouraging violence.

Key Takeaway

Consider the moral implications of policies on life.

Themes

ethics life violence societal values

Mood

controversial reflective

Type

political ethical

When to use this quote

  • policy debate
  • ethical education
  • public discourse

Key Concepts

moral philosophy social contract

Questions to Reflect On

  • Is it possible to protect life without endorsing violence?
  • How do cultural contexts affect views on abortion?
A Different Perspective

The argument may oversimplify complex ethical issues.

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