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Abortion and the Bible

Data Over Dogma

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Personhood and the Concept of Breath in the Hebrew Bible

This chapter explores the significance of breath as the moment of personhood according to the Hebrew Bible, referencing scriptures and discussing different words translated as 'life'. The speaker acknowledges exceptions and argues that personhood is achieved at the drawing of the first breath.

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