The Bible and Abortion: a Study of What is Written
Since Abortion is one of the more heated topics in the world today, it’s important to consider what is written on the topic by people who are knowledgeable about the Bible. Abortion has been a contentious topic for centuries, and the debate about it has only grown more heated in modern times. To truly understand the Bible’s stance on abortion, it is necessary to look at what it actually says, rather than relying on preconceived notions.

What Does the Bible Say?
When it comes to what the Bible says about abortion, the actual text of the Bible is intentionally vague. There is no explicit mention of abortion in the Bible; however, there are several passages that can be interpreted to refer to it. One of the clearest passages is Exodus 21:22-25, which states that if a pregnant woman is injured in a fight and the baby is miscarried, the man responsible should face punishment. This is interpreted by some to be a recognition of the value of the fetus’ life, though whether this has anything to do with abortion itself is open to interpretation.

Looking at the Bigger Picture
When trying to understand the Bible’s stance on abortion, it is less useful to focus on individual verses than it is to look at the bigger picture. In general, the Bible places a great emphasis on the value of life, and this is reflected in its stance on abortion. In addition, the Bible values family and the sanctity of marriage, making it difficult to condone an abortion that occurs in an unmarried or otherwise unstable relationship.

Finally, the Bible emphasizes social justice and mercy, making it difficult to condone abortion in cases where the mother’s health or safety is at risk. There is no single, straight-forward answer in the Bible when it comes to abortion, but by taking all of these factors into consideration it is possible to form a better understanding of what the Bible might say about abortion.