2274. Since it must be treated from conception as a person, the embryo must be defended in its integrity, cared for, and healed, as far as possible, like any other human being.
Prenatal diagnosis is morally licit, “if it respects the life and integrity of the embryo and the human fetus and is directed toward its safe guarding or healing as an individual….
It is gravely opposed to the moral law when this is done with the thought of possibly inducing an abortion, depending upon the results: a diagnosis must not be the equivalent of a death sentence.”81
Aprofunde seus conhecimentos
481. What is peace in this world?
310. What are the effects of this sacrament?
199. In what way is the Blessed Virgin Mary the eschatological icon of the Church?
203. What is meant by the “resurrection of the body”?
91. How did the two wills of the incarnate Word cooperate?
353. What forms of popular piety accompany the sacramental life of the Church?
Acesse nossos estudos biblicos:
What can we learn about the growth of the early church in Jerusalem from Acts 2:41-47?
What is the importance of holiness in our Christian life according to 1 Corinthians 6:19-20?
What is the spiritual battle mentioned in 2 Timothy 2:3-4, and how can a Christian fight it?
How important is Esther’s purpose and mission in Esther 4:14?
The power of community: the unity of the Jewish people in Esther (Esther 9:1-5)
What does it mean to choose godliness over the flesh, according to 1 Peter 4:1-6?
