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What does it mean?
There is a moral limit to survival actions, but some noble limits might seem inhuman to most.
In plain terms
Some people won't do anything to live, which might be noble but seems inhuman.
What can you take from it?
Survival ethics vary and can conflict with human nature.

Where it applies

  • ethical dilemmas
  • end of life care
  • philosophical debate

Putting it to work

  • examine survival limits
  • debate moral costs
  • define humanity

Questions to consider

  • What would you sacrifice to stay alive?
  • Is there a line worth dying on?

Another view

Survival is often seen as a basic instinct rather than a choice.

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