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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

Islamic 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...

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

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