Abortion Quote by Saint Basil
“A woman who deliberately destroys a fetus is answerable for murder. And any fine distinction as to its being completely formed or unformed is not admissible amongst us.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Religious discourse, 4th century
The act of aborting a fetus is morally equivalent to murder, regardless of developmental stage.
In simple terms: Abortion is murder.
Key Takeaway
Treat all life as equally valuable.
Themes
ethics
life
morality
Mood
serious
controversial
Type
ethical
political
When to use this quote
- medical ethics
- legislation
- personal belief
- public policy
Key Concepts
pro-life
human rights
Questions to Reflect On
- Is moral responsibility the same for all stages of development?
- How do societies balance individual rights with fetal rights?
A Different Perspective
Legal definitions of personhood vary across cultures.
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