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Articles & opinions
The Right to Life
Dr. Mohamdain Abdulkader Life stands as one of the most profound blessings bestowed
Naif Arab University for upon humanity by Allah. It is through His divine grace that
Security Sciences humans have been granted the gift of life, and in His wisdom,
He has also provided guidance on its preservation. In exceptional
42 circumstances, Allah has permitted certain actions that would
otherwise be deemed impermissible.. As an illustration, it is
worth noting that Islamic Sharia law permits eating the dead to
preserve one›s own life. This highlights the significance placed
on safeguarding the right to life within the framework of Islamic
jurisprudence. Furthermore, it is important to acknowledge
that various international and regional conventions uphold the
fundamental right to life.The right to life is the foundation of
all human rights. It precedes all other rights and serves as the
fundamental premise upon which all other rights are based. This
makes it the right that encompasses and provides the foundational
support for all other rights. Without the preservation, guarantee,
and protection of this fundamental right, the essence and
significance of political, social, and cultural rights and freedoms
cease to exist.Therefore, the right to life stands as a fundamental
entitlement bestowed upon every individual..
This right has been enshrined in international instruments such
as the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (1948), as well as
the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights, and its
Second Optional Protocol. All international agreements emphasize
the necessity of protecting the right to life as a fundamental right
for individuals, communities, and humanity as a whole.
Article (3) of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights states that
«Everyone has the right to life, liberty, and the security of person».
Article (6) of the International Covenant on Civil and Political
