Jewish Ideas and Beliefs

A selection of statements from rabbis of various denominations.

Judaism approves of sex and sexual pleasure, valuing it as a means toward procreation and companionship.

Abortions are sometimes permitted when the pregnant woman is at risk.

Using genetic technology for therapeutic purposes is acceptable, but many related issues have yet to be addressed.

Most Jewish ethicists approve of therapeutic cloning, but question the morality of reproductive cloning.

What are the Jewish legal issues with organ transplantation?

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