PHIL 209J Study Guide - Final Guide: Just War Theory, Principle Of Double Effect, Ethics

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In a paragraph or two, (1) characterize two of the following three concepts or doctrines as we have been using them in this class, showing that you understand them. Although [the doctor] may not administer the lethal injection--that would be active euthanasia which is forbidden--he may withhold treatment and let the patient die sooner than he otherwise would. An act which it would be good to do, but not wrong not to do. Briefly indicate how the ideas are relevant to the debate about abortion. Procured abortion is the deliberate and direct killing, by whatever means it is carried out, of a human being in the initial phase of his or her existence, extending from conception to birth - Write a critical essay answering the following questions. (note: one (1) of the following will be selected and you will be asked to write a critical essay addressing it.