Religion and abortion
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Jehovah’s Witnesses
The Jehovah’s Witnesses and some Evangelical Christian churches teach that abortion is absolutely unacceptable in all circumstances.
Roman Catholic Church
The Roman Catholic Church used to accept abortion up until ‘quickening’ – the moment at which movement is felt in the womb (normally around 16–20 weeks). It is only since 1869 that it has taught that sacred life begins at the moment of conception. Abortion is now prohibited under all circumstances and can be punished ...
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