Beschreibung:
Alongside a revival of interest in Thomism in philosophy, scholars have realised its relevance when addressing certain contemporary issues in bioethics. This book offers a rigorous interpretation of Aquinas's metaphysics and ethical thought, and highlights its significance to questions in bioethics.
Introduction 1. Aquinas's Account of Human Nature and Natural Law Theory 2. The Beginning of a Human Person's Life 3. The End of a Human Person's Life 4. Issues at the Beginning of Human Life 5. Issues at the End of Human Life Notes Bibliography Index