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Transhumanism seeks to overcome biological limits, but its values regarding human nature, lifespan extension, and environmental impact conflict with Christian ethics.

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  • Theology

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  • Transhumanism proposes overcoming biological limitations through technological enhancement.
  • Transhumanist goals share similarities with religious aspirations, prompting ethical comparison.
  • Christian ethics offers a contrasting framework for evaluating human nature and the environment.

Purpose of the Study:

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  • To identify incompatibilities between transhumanist principles and Christian teachings.

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