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Topic 2: Active vs. Passive Euthanasia – Outline
I.
Introduction: The idea of “letting die” has been considered better than “killing” when a
patient is undergoing severe pain. Nonetheless, Rachels James poised that the assumption
that “letting die” reduces harm as compared to “killing” holds no moral value and none
should be considered above the other.
II.
Argument 1: Irrelevant conventional doctrines are the basis for the preference as both
methods cause suffering to the patient.
III.
Argument 2: Intentionally causing death regardless of the means is morally wrong and
cannot be praised.
IV.
Argument 3: Passive euthanasia is upheld as it eliminates criminal charges but has no
moral merit.
V.
Opinion: Therefore, suffocating a patient and removing a respirator will lead to similar
consequences only that the latter is delayed.
VI.
Opinion: Depending on the subject of legality or morality, a line can be drawn between
active and passive euthanasia.
VII.
Conclusion: Rachels presents a logical argument against selecting passive over active
argument claiming the irrelevance of the distinction to morality. While medical
practitioners have tried to justify the use of passive euthanasia while condemning active
euthanasia, their reasons do not hold any moral merit.
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Topic 2: Active vs. Passive Euthanasia
The issue of assisted suicide continues to linger in the society with philosophers giving
contending views. The idea of “letting die” has been considered better than “killing” when a
patient is undergoing severe pain. Nonetheless, Rachels James poised that the assumption that
“letting die” reduces harm as compared to “killing” holds no moral value and none should be
considered above the other. Rachels puts up an argument against choosing either active or
passive ...