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Running head: WEEK 2 ASSIGNMENT 1 Religion and Ethics Adebisola Osinaga Chamberlain University Principle of Ethics Professor Eldar Sarajlic November 9, 2023

WEEK 2 ASSIGNMENT 2 Self-Cloning In analyzing the John Doe dilemma, it is necessary to consider the ethics and science of self-cloning. In searching for a spouse, John Doe is unsuccessful in finding a partner interested in having children. As a result of his infertility, he felt compelled to develop a new method of reproducing his genes. In comparison to a child born of his flesh and blood, he would have far less affection for his adopted child. In the scientific community and among religious groups, it has been debated whether human cloning and genetic modification should be permitted. Many religious groups consider cloning and killing embryos an immoral and deceptive practice due to the violation of basic morality and principles (Swaroop, 2020). Deformities and abnormalities are more likely to occur in clones. As a result, there may be an increase in abortions and miscarriages. According to Rachels (2018), people's perceptions of natural law ethics are considerably influenced by their environment. In order to establish the natural law, two components must be considered: logic and moral knowledge. According to Rachels (2018), natural law ethicists believe that our decisions on earth are mainly based on morality rather than divine inspiration. Following natural law, cloning oneself would be ethical and considered the right thing to do by an individual who adheres to the principles of natural law. Individuals who do not have biological children but do not have any biological connection to another child should not be permitted to care for other children (McDonald, 2022). The concept of clones as objects of science can cause family and generational issues to arise when viewed as objects of science (Swaroop, 2020). There would be a strong argument against divine command ethics from those who believe in it. It can be argued that divine commands correspond to God's will, which means that God's commands are correct, and His omissions are unjust (Rachels, 2018).

WEEK 2 ASSIGNMENT 3 If John Doe were to perform a procedure such as this to obtain a child for care, he would not comply with divine command ethics. Although millions of orphans exist worldwide, their numbers are still rising. IVF IVF's ethical and scientific aspects must be considered to resolve Joe and Mary's dilemma. John and Mary's first child died because of a rare disease. The couple is desperate to make up for the emptiness left by their first child's loss in any way they can. The religious beliefs of the couple no longer prevent them from undergoing IVF, although they are sterile. No ethically meaningful argument can be made supporting the right to reproduction based on fundamental needs. Because IVF falls within the concept of freedom, McDonald (2022) argues that it does not conform to the requirements of moral autonomy. IVF researchers have not proven that infertility or its causes are diseases or hazards. Despite this, it is essential to recognize that infertility disrupts the individual's physiology and, therefore, constitutes a disability. A society that assists infertile women wherever possible is inherently more ethically civilized than one that does not. As a consequence, society is under no obligation to provide resources to those who are infertile as a result of their infertility. Due to the intertwined nature of culture and religion, many people consider IVF to be a threat to their religious beliefs. Several experts believe that IVF is a method of conception that dehumanizes sex. When you take a natural law ethical perspective, you consider the issue rationally and from the standpoint of moral judgment (Rachels, 2018). The natural law ethicist recommends that an infertile couple who is incapable of conceiving naturally consider IVF as an alternative to infertility treatment. The divine command ethicists see IVF as an injustice and a reduction in the value of life when we take control by fighting against nature.

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WEEK 2 ASSIGNMENT 4 References McDonald, C. (2022). The Ethics of I.V.F.-The Right to Reproduce. www.catherinemcdonald.net/ethics-of-ivf-right-to-reproduce Rachels, J. (2018). The Elements of Moral Philosophy (9 th Edition). McGraw-Hill Higher Education (US). https://ambassadored.vitalsource.com/books/9781260213003 Swaroop, M. (2020). What Are the Ethical Issues of Human Cloning? www.thelegaljournalontechnology.com/post/what-are-ethical-issues-of-human-cloning

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