of the soul.6 We could liken the image in the broad sense to a canvas or tablet, and in the narrow sense to the picture that is painted or drawn on it. This distinction makes it clear why Scripture says that it is necessary to respect the dignity and worth of every human being, no matter what race, gender, or age, whether born or unborn, and whether a believer or not. As Francis Schaeffer said, “There are no little people.”7 People should not be cursed, nor should their blood be shed, because as
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