Dlaczego cenimy życie ludzkie? Bezcenność życia ludzkiego

Abstract

The traditional laws dating back at least to Hippocrates's times that did not allow doctors to kill people were repealed in the 20lh century. Such issues as abortion, euthanasia, supported suicides or manipulation of human embryos are the source of fear also among many people who are not Catholics e.g. R. Zimand, R. Feningsen, N. Bobbio. The Church protecting value of human life turns to all people with no exceptions. John Paul II’s voice is particularly strong. His Evangelium vitae wants to be “a cry in defense of this world's poor” The Pope mentions not only the mystery of creation and God's choice. He stresses that every human has the right to live and he reminds us about personal dignity, human rights and protection of the weakest people. Employees of health care sector can be great witnesses of human dignity. By taking care of sick people, even when there is no hope for recovery, they not only sacrifice themselves for a particular person but also show dignity and purpose of every human life.