QUESTION OF THE WEEK: Are cloned human embryos less than human?

 

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In this issue . . . Q&A: Are cloned human embryos less than human? Video: Evolution of Darwin: His Science, Part 4 Get Equipped: New Life, Stem Cells, and Cloning DVD Blog Highlights News to Know Quick Look After Eden Answers ... with Ken Ham Q: Are cloned human embryos less than human? A: Human embryos created through cloning are just as human as those produced by the union of sperm and egg through natural reproduction or in vitro fertilization (IVF). God created human beings in His own image (Genesis 1:27). Every person starts life as a human embryo. And human beings, even IVF surplus and clones created to die, are human lives precious in the sight of God (Psalm 139:13–15; Psalm 51:5; Jeremiah 1:5). Creating them to to be killed is wrong. Continue reading to learn more about the latest developments in cloning and the ethical ramifications. Get Equipped New Life, Stem Cells, and Cloning DVD When does life begin? What exactly is cloning? Find sound biblical answers to these questions and many more in this compelling two-part DVD featuring Dr. Tommy Mitchell. News to Know Quick Look Today's question was also a News to Know item. In case you missed it, this week we also featured the following News to Know item: "Shenanigans" or "Scientifically Sound Answers with Eternal Significance"?: Recently a firestorm erupted over a Christian school's fourth grade science quiz, which tested students' knowledge about the age of the earth and the presence of dinosaurs. One critic characterized the school's Bible-based teachings as "shenanigans" and another as "rubbish." But these epithets might well be applied to evolutionary claims and to the strategy of preventing children from learning how to critically evaluate them. There are no "shenanigans" afoot among those who teach children in a Christian school that the Bible is true and trustworthy. After Eden Answers ... with Ken Ham radio program Snail Armor - Tough as Nails The Pituitary Gland - A Tiny Master Scorpions - Armed and Dangerous, Part 2 (Grim Reminders) Scorpions - Armed and Dangerous, Part 1 Remembering on Memorial Day	This Week . . . "The Riddle": The United Nations and Homosexuality (May 31) Human Clones: Created To Die (May 30) Answers Conversation: a Weekly Podcast with Steve Ham (May 30) The Importance of an Historical Adam (May 29) "Shenanigans" or "Scientifically Sound Answers with Eternal Significance"? (May 28) Is Christianity a "Virus"? (May 27) Diatoms—Living in Glass Houses (May 26) Video On Demand Evolution of Darwin: His Science Watch Video (Part 4) Blog Highlights Ken Ham: Houston Atheists' Unprofessional Debate Challenge Ken Ham: What Did the Pope Say? Ken Ham: ACLU Needs Legislation to Protect Its Anti-God Religion Pray for AiG Pray for the safe and successful completion of the new zip line and sky bridge course at the Creation Museum. Read the latest update to stay current on other requests and praises. Resources Answers magazine: US 1-year print Ken Ham's Foundations - Participant Workbook: Single copy Growing Up in God's Family: 10-pack (NKJV) Connect with Us Answers in Genesis Creation Museum Answers in Genesis Creation Museum Answers in Genesis Creation Museum See all networks
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