Life's living toward dying
a theological and medical-ethical study
Vigen Guroian
108 pages | ~3 hrs
Life's living toward dying
a theological and medical-ethical study
By Vigen Guroian
In an era when society grapples with profound questions about the end of life, Vigen Guroian offers a thoughtful Christian perspective on one of humanity's most challenging moral territories. As legal battles reshape our understanding of death and dying, and as physician-assisted suicide gains acceptance in various jurisdictions, this concise yet powerful work addresses the spiritual confusion surrounding these developments.
Guroian examines how contemporary culture has moved away from traditional prohibitions against ending life prematurely, exploring the implications of what courts increasingly recognize as an individual's right to die. Rather than simply critiquing these changes, he presents a compassionate Christian framework for caring for those approaching death, one that honors the profound value the church has historically placed on human existence.
This book speaks to readers seeking clarity amid moral uncertainty, offering spiritual wisdom for navigating end-of-life decisions with integrity and faith. Guroian's approach provides both theological insight and practical guidance for understanding death not as defeat, but as part of life's sacred journey. For those wrestling with questions about mortality, suffering, and the meaning of a life well-lived, this work offers a grounding perspective rooted in Christian tradition while engaging honestly with contemporary ethical dilemmas.
At just over 100 pages, this accessible exploration invites readers into deeper reflection on how faith can illuminate our most difficult moments.
What You'll Discover
- ✓ Understand death from spiritual perspective
- ✓ Explore Aspect religieux
- ✓ Explore Religious aspects
- ✓ Explore Christianisme
- ✓ Explore Sterbehilfe
- ✓ Understand spiritual ethics
- ✓ Explore Medical ethics
- ✓ Explore Christliche Ethik
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Details
- Published
- 1996
- Publisher
- W.B. Eerdmans Pub. Co.
- ISBN-10
- 0802841902
- Pages
- 108
- Language
- EN
- LC Classification
- BT825.G86 1996
