Paragraph 2295

2295. Research or experimentation on the human being cannot legitimate acts that are in themselves contrary to the dignity of persons and to the moral law. the subjects’ potential consent does not justify such acts. Experimentation on human beings is not morally legitimate if it exposes the subject’s life or physical and psychological integrity to disproportionate or avoidable risks. Experimentation on human beings does not conform to the dignity of the person if it takes place without the informed consent of the subject or those who legitimately speak for him.


Aprofunde seus conhecimentos

472. Why must society protect every embryo?

203. What is meant by the “resurrection of the body”?

441. Is it possible to keep the Decalogue?

490. What are the means that aid the living of chastity?

258. Why does the Church baptize infants?

471. What medical procedures are permitted when death is considered imminent?

544. How does Jesus teach us to pray?


Acesse nossos estudos biblicos:

What does it mean to be a new creature in Christ, as described in 2 Corinthians 5:17?

What is the teaching on leading humble servants in 3 John 1:1-4?

How important is the Word of God in the Christian life according to 2 Timothy 3:16-17?

What is the importance of holiness in our Christian life according to 1 Corinthians 6:19-20?

The Story of Moses: How did God choose and prepare Moses to lead his people? (Exodus 1-4)

How to deal with opposition to the truth of the Gospel?

The search for true love is a theme present in the Bible. What can we learn about this subject from the book of Songs?