The Ethics of Medical Homicide and Mutilation by Austin O'Malley

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Author O'Malley, Austin, 1858-1932
Title The Ethics of Medical Homicide and Mutilation
Note Reading ease score: 58.1 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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Summary "The Ethics of Medical Homicide and Mutilation" by Austin O'Malley is a scientific publication written in the early 20th century. This work discusses the moral implications surrounding medical practices such as euthanasia, homicide, and mutilation, exploring the intersection of ethics, medicine, and morality from a theological perspective. The opening of the book sets the stage for an in-depth examination of the principles of morality as they apply to suicide and homicide within a medical context. O'Malley introduces the concept of a Supreme Being as the ultimate authority over life and death, establishing a framework for the moral discussions to follow. He critiques popular sentiments supporting euthanasia and argues against the idea that the ends justify the means, emphasizing that the moral status of an act must be evaluated independently of its consequences. This portion lays out O'Malley's foundational beliefs about the nature of humanity, the moral law, and the implications of violating that law, suggesting a complex and thoughtful exploration of ethical dilemmas in medical practice. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class R: Medicine
Subject Medical ethics
Category Text
EBook-No. 42764
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jun 15, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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