Abstract
Cloning is the procedure of "manufacturing" a duplicate of a genetic being. In genetics, cloning refers to the procedure of creating the same replica of the DNA of a being. Due to the cloning of the Dolly sheep President Bill Clinton in May 1997 requested the National Bioethics Advisory Commission (NBAC) to inspect and create endorsements in the forecasts of human replication.
The methods used to prepare this research paper consist of: 1- a wide-ranging literature review in the religious bioethics regarding the human cloning since 1960; 2- a review of prominent religious scholars acquiesced in front of the NBAC; 3- the statements of different clericals on the genetic intervention and the human replication.
In this research paper I will review the religious overview, identify and analyze the reproduction technologies, parenthood and the role of the humans, why the cloning is considered to be a procreation of the image of God and why religion considers cloning as humans playing God.
