Why is the legalization of euthanasia a badly reasoned and dangerous idea?

Authors

  • Borut Ošlaj Faculty of Arts, University of Ljubljana, Aškerčeva 2, 1000 Ljubljana, Slovenia , Filozofska fakulteta, Univerza v Ljubljani, Aškerčeva 2, 1000 Ljubljana, Slovenija

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.18690/analipazuhd.3.2.29-42.2017

Keywords:

euthanasia, legalization, argumentation, humanity

Abstract

The article critically analyzes some of the most influential attempts to justify the legalization of euthanasia. Through a careful analysis of the basic arguments presented by Singer and Harris, we show why their defense of euthanasia is badly reasoned. In the second part, we briefly present some of the most probable dangers that any legalization of euthanasia could bring with them. Finally, the special importance of palliative medicine and the need to preserve respect for life and humanity are highlighted.

Author Biography

  • Borut Ošlaj, Faculty of Arts, University of Ljubljana, Aškerčeva 2, 1000 Ljubljana, Slovenia, Filozofska fakulteta, Univerza v Ljubljani, Aškerčeva 2, 1000 Ljubljana, Slovenija

    Ljubljana, Slovenia: borut.oslaj@guest-arnes.si

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Published

14.03.2022

Issue

Vol. 3 No. 2 (2017): ANALI PAZU HD

Section

Articles

How to Cite

Ošlaj, B. . (2022). Why is the legalization of euthanasia a badly reasoned and dangerous idea?. Anali PAZU HD, 3(2), 29-42. https://doi.org/10.18690/analipazuhd.3.2.29-42.2017