Christian Beliefs and Abortion

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Abortion is a highly controversial issue with the pro-life and pro-choice supporters professing diametrically opposite view-points on the ethical, legal and medical aspects of the issue. The Christian beliefs regarding abortion have generally been against abortion, although in the middle period (5th to 17th century AD), the Christian church had softened its stance on abortion. Presently, most Christian organizations and churches are against abortion but the intensity of opposition varies among different Christian religious groups. In this paper the writer outlines the Christian beliefs on abortion from the biblical times to the present, focusing on the anti-abortion arguments.
The Basis of the Christian Belief about Abortion: Biblical Foundation
The Early Church
5th to 17th century AD
Current Christian Belief on Abortion
Conclusion
Works Cited

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"The Christian beliefs about abortion have completed a full circle since the biblical times. Initially, the Christian church was firmly opposed to all forms of abortion and considered it a dire sin. In the middle period, the Church changed tracks and allowed abortions in early pregnancy. Since the 17th century, Christians have reverted back to their original stance on abortion with the fundamentalists and evangelists being more strident in their opposition."

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