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There is no one Islamic interpretation on ethics of abortion, but the belief in God's mercy and compassion is a crucial part of any consideration

  • Written by Zahra Ayubi, Associate Professor of Religion, Dartmouth College
There is no one Islamic interpretation on ethics of abortion, but the belief in God's mercy and compassion is a crucial part of any considerationIslamic ethics allow for many views on abortion, depending on what kind of scriptural sources are considered and by whom.SDI Productions/E+ via Getty Images

As a scholar of Islamic ethics, I’m often asked, “What does Islam say about abortion?” – a question that has become even more salient since the U.S. Supreme Court...

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