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Comment Re:But we need to know (Score 1) 921

Thank you for mentioning the DNA of an embryo, because it ties to the Christian belief of human dignity. The book of Genesis says we are created in God's image and likeness; thus, our bodies are good from the moment they start to exist.
    As regards research, there is no way to avoid all suffering and still maintain our human dignity (religiously defined or not). Even if we are physically comfortable, our minds will be restless without adversity or adventure -- even adventure that could put us in medical harm and bring suffering.
    Non-religious human dignity speaks from the truth of our reason over other beasts; we need not devour the runt wolf cub because he's bringing down the pack; we can honor the embryo and acknowledge that which we have in common, that we were embryos once, and that someone had the respect to let us grow.

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