Antinaturaleza y eutanasia

Abstract

The author of this article reviews the different meanings attributed to the concept
 of euthanasis. The involves a very ample perspective, taking into account the
 historical, clinical, philosophical, ethical, juridical, sociological, and religious aspects
 of the question.
 After this compact and straightforward synthesis, the author then analyzes
 and criticizes the paradoxes which arise within contemporary society with re ference
 to the term «euthanasia •. From the fear of pain to collectivistic utilitarianism,
 the possibility of euthanasia is presented today, although we repeatedly find
 contradictions in every instance.
 Finally, the author analyzes the meaning of euthanasia from the point of view
 of nature, affirming that it is tantamount to the very negation of nature. At the
 same time, the fallacies to be found in the arguments of the proponents of euthanasia
 are brought to light. The author then ends with the proposal of reserving
 the term «euthanasia» -once its confused meaning has been refined- for the
 sole purpose of signifying the antinatural extermination of mano