TY  - BOOK
AU  - John,Shaji,P.
TI  - Embryonic stem cell research: re-explored considering scientific philosophical and theological understanding of human life 
SN  - 9789351482109
AV  - QH588.S83 J646 2017
U1  - 616.02 23
PY  - 2017///
CY  - New Delhi
PB  - Christian World Imprints
KW  - Embryonic stem cells
KW  - Research
KW  - Religious aspects
KW  - Orthodox Eastern Church
KW  - Christian ethics
N1  - Includes bibliographical references (pages 191-221); 1. Embryonic stem cell research : an overview. Introduction -- Biotechnology -- Embryonic stem cell research -- Conclusion -- 2. Ethical issues in embryonic stem cell research. Introduction -- Ethical issues related with the beginning of human life -- Embryonic stem cell research and human dignity -- Embryonic stem cell research and quality of life -- Issues related with the purpose of the creation of the embryo -- Conclusion -- 3. Human life : an orthodox perspective. Introduction -- Development of orthodox theology -- Orthodox understanding of human life -- Procreation and beginning of human life -- Human being as the image and likeness of God -- Theosis : the ultimate aim of life -- Life as a perpetual growth : an orthodox understanding of death -- Conclusion -- 4. Embryonic stem cell research : an orthodox understanding. Introduction -- Orthodox Church and health care -- Orthodox understanding of bioethics -- Orthodox view on embryonic stem cell research -- Conclusion
ER  -