Religion vs. Science

Cloning; the process of producing a clone. Clones are cells or organism that are genetically identical from the unit in which it was derived. Sounds somewhat simple, and it is:

How Cloning Works

This picture/video shows the few steps involved in making a successful copy of an entire organism. Dolly, the first ever, was a sheep cloned in 1997, after 267 failed attempts. This began the outbreak in arguments over cloning. Today, a majority of the population feels that cloning, for whatever reason a scientist might plead, is morally wrong. Yet there are many theories in which cloning could help humans and all organisms. Scientists can use the process of cloning to produce spare human limbs and organs for donation to those in need. That, in my opinion, is something that could be very helpful if it were to be effective.

All religions, including the major four which are Christianity, Buddhism, Hindu and Muslim, seem to have varied and inconsistent views when it comes to this topic. They all believe that reproductive cloning, playing God in the scientific world, is completely wrong. This takes away from the relationships between people that a religion tries to influence. But therapeutic cloning is acceptable in Christian opinions.

How do you feel about cloning and what side do you take in this battle, Religion or Science?



Sullivan, Bob."Religious Views of Cloning Do Not Agree." Contemporary Issues Companion: Cloning. 2006. Opposing Viewpoints. Greenhaven Press. 10 June 2009