2296. Organ transplants are in conformity with the moral law if the physical and psychological dangers and risks incurred by the donor are proportionate to the good sought for the recipient. Donation of organs after death is a noble and meritorious act and is to be encouraged as a manifestation of generous solidarity. It is not morally acceptable if the donor or those who legitimately speak for him have not given their explicit consent. It is furthermore morally inadmissible directly to bring about the disabling mutilation or death of a human being, even in order to delay the death of other persons.
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541. From whom did Jesus learn how to pray?
75. What was the first human sin?
143. What is the relationship between the Spirit and Christ Jesus in his earthly mission?
287. Why is the Holy Eucharist the paschal banquet?
306. Why can venial sins also be the object of sacramental confession?
511. How should social and economic life be pursued?
43. What does it mean to believe in only one God?
Acesse nossos estudos biblicos:
What can we learn about the desire to always be with a loved one from Songs 3:1-5 and 6:1-3?
What is the responsibility of religious leaders according to Malachi 2:7?
What is the meaning of Christ’s death and how does it bring justification to sinners?
What is the message of Proverbs 6:6-11 about laziness and hard work?
What is the true nature of evil, according to the story of Job described in Job 2:1-13?
What is the importance of gratitude and recognition according to the book of Proverbs?
