Societies frequently reject the use of euthanasia because of the way it violates ethics. This is a major concern in the field of religion; Along with other religions and religious leaders, Willem Velema of the Orthodox Protestant Church was “vehemently opposed” to the idea of ​​euthanasia (Boer). From a religious perspective, this procedure is wrong because patients and their families can act like God in determining the time of death. Religion teaches that God keeps his children on earth for a reason. After all, God puts certain obstacles in life in order to make them stronger; resorting to death is a sign of weakness. Many also oppose euthanasia because of how people take advantage of it. In Belgium, where euthanasia is legal, the number of medically induced deaths “has increased considerably” (Boer). In fact, “it has increased by an average of 15% per year” since 2006 (Boer). As the numbers increase, citizens become desensitized to this idea and therefore view it as a viable option in the face of pain. Although it is not as common, patients will reject euthanasia if it is an option. Obvious reasons include ethics and religious beliefs. Patients also refuse euthanasia by clinging to a single concept: hope. There is always a risk that a medical miracle will occur or that the doctor's statement will be incorrect. Comments