Sanctity of life
In respect to theology and ethics the sanctity of life refers to life being sacred or holy,[1][2] an important Christian value. In addition to condemning the act of murder, sanctity of life rules against all sucide,abortions and so-called "mercy killings", which deny this inviolable property of life. Sanctity of life is considered a part of the "culture of life", espoused by many Christians including Pope John Paul II and President George W. Bush.
In regards to Christian and Jewish theology, a biblical basis of the sanctity of life often appeals to the following biblical passages:
"God created man in His own image, in the image of God He created him; male and female He created them." (Genesis 1:27) (NASB)[3]
"For You formed my inward parts; You wove me in my mother's womb. I will give thanks to You, for I am fearfully and wonderfully made; Wonderful are Your works, And my soul knows it very well. My frame was not hidden from You, When I was made in secret, And skillfully wrought in the depths of the earth; Your eyes have seen my unformed substance; And in Your book were all written the days that were ordained for me, When as yet there was not one of them." (Psalm 139:13-16) (NASB)[4]