Intelligent Design the Future Richard Weikart: Medicine’s Descent From Healing to Killing
Aug 5, 2024
Richard Weikart, a historian known for his research on euthanasia and assisted suicide, delves into the historical evolution of these practices from Ancient Greece to modern ethics. He discusses the impact of secular philosophies on society's view of life and how Darwinian ideas influenced early euthanasia movements. Weikart explores the troubling connections between eugenics and the Nazi regime, while emphasizing the need for personal relationships to uphold the value of human life, particularly for those facing loneliness or hardship.
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Intro
00:00 • 3min
The Ethics of Euthanasia and Assisted Suicide
03:29 • 13min
The Intersection of Darwinism and Euthanasia
16:17 • 5min
Eugenics and the Nazi Regime
21:15 • 5min
Ethics of Euthanasia and Assisted Suicide
25:45 • 7min
Upholding the Value of Human Life Through Personal Connection
32:31 • 3min