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Abortion is defined in the dictionary as, "The expulsion of a foetus (naturally or by medical induction) from the womb before it is able to survive independently (around 28 weeks)." This simply means the foetus is removed by either a natural or medical procedure while loping in the womb where it should be 'nurtured, supported and protected'. Jesus said nothing about abortion but he had a special concern for children. He also taught much about the need to care for the weak in society, so many Christian's feel that he would favour a law protecting the unborn child. Christian's belief in the sanctity of life is central to a Christian understanding of the issue of abortion. If life is sacred, a gift from God then it cannot be acceptable to take life. If life begins after birth, then to abort would not go against teachings about the purity of life....

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