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| Question | Answer |
| Do Muslims believe in Sanctity of Life? | Yes |
| What is Ensoulment? | Life begins when the soul has entered the foetus at 120 days. Some Muslims claim this happens earlier, after 40 days. |
| What does the Qur'an say about Murder? | 'Whoever had spared the life of a soul, it is as though he has spared the life of all people . Whosoever has killed a soul, it is as though he has murdered all of mankind' - Qur'an |
| When is Abortion allowed? | If the Mother's life is in danger, because: The Foetus would not exist if it was not for the Mother The Mother's life is established and she has responsibilities to carry out. |
| Do Some Muslims allow it early? | Some allow it in the first 16 weeks, others only in the first 7 |
| What if the Foetus has a serious defect? | Before Ensoulment, it is possible to Abort. |
| What about in cases or Rape or Incest? | Some argue that it is allowed. |
| What if the parents are concerned that they won't be able to care for the child? | It is not allowed. |
| What about after 120 days? | Only if the Mother's life is in danger. |
| What if it was the result of Adultery? | Not Allowed |
| What if the Pregnancy was unplanned? | Not allowed |
| What do Some Muslim Women believe? | That They should be able to choose what happens to their bodies. |
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