Bull crap ignoramus
Jewish views on abortion, rooted in traditional Jewish law (halakha), generally prioritize the life and health (physical and mental) of the pregnant person over a fetus. While abortion is not permitted on demand, it is required if the pregnancy endangers the mother, as the fetus is not considered a person with full rights until birth.
- Priority of Life: Existing life (the mother) is always prioritized over potential life (the fetus).
- Definition of Life: The fetus is not deemed a person until birth. The Talmud characterizes the fetus as "mere water" during the first 40 days.
- Maternal Health: Abortion is allowed, and sometimes required, if the pregnancy threatens the mother's physical or mental well-being.
- Legal Standing: Jewish law does not view abortion as murder, but it still prohibits abortion without significant reasons.