The Bible and Abortion: Exodus 21:22-23 in the Septuagint and Other Opinions

This research aims to contribute the discussion on subject of Abortion by analyzing concepts formed and unformed in Septuagint Exodus 21:22-23, opinions St. Augustine Thomas Aquinas social status fetus. The Greek version Hebrew Bible, which was translated stages into between 3rd century BC 1st BC, presents a different point view than that found text 21:22-23. It introduces notions In other words, he understood fetus (embryo) perspective developing reality. Aquinas, two important names Christian theology, seem have reflected tradition granted protection unborn child according its development. around topic abortion is complex, very sensitive, but it should not be avoided. Bibliographical used as methodology. As result, will pointed out biblical presentation human beings does begin with an explanation conception or fetal period. discuss at embryo attains full moral person. Thus, for this research, about must necessarily take account issues such risk pregnant woman's life; malformation etc. But, above all, centered personality woman.