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Classic Replay: Is human life intrinsically valuable? Peter Singer, Richard Weikart & Susan Blackmore
Nov 28, 2023
Peter Singer, Richard Weikart & Susan Blackmore debate the value of human life and the concept of personhood, exploring topics such as abortion, euthanasia, treatment of the disabled and elderly, and the erosion of the sanctity of life ethic due to secular ideologies. They discuss the origins of human values, the connection between morality and the meaning of life, the intrinsic value of human life, and the implications for euthanasia, abortion, and infanticide. They also delve into the origins of altruism, the ethics of physician-assisted suicide, and the impact of religious beliefs on moral reasoning.
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- The loss of belief in the value of human life is leading to disastrous consequences for society.
- There is a debate about whether the universe has an ultimate purpose, with the secular perspective asserting that there is no ultimate purpose in the universe.
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Human life is not intrinsically valuable
The podcast episode explores the idea that human life is not intrinsically valuable and that this belief is becoming more prevalent as societies move away from Christian values. The conversation focuses on the clash between the Christian perspective of the sanctity of human life and the secular viewpoint that values are derived from reflection on life experiences. The guests discuss how factors such as pain, suffering, compassion, and love should be considered when determining the value of a human life, rather than relying solely on intrinsic worth. The discussion extends to the topics of euthanasia and the importance of individual choice when it comes to the end of life.
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