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"For centuries theologians have taught that animals had a God-given right to live upon the earth and man had a moral obligation to avoid taking their life unnecessarily. The Hebrews of the Old Testament period cited biblical references for kindness to animals. The term Tsa'ar ba'ale hayim referred to the obligation Jews had to prevent cruelty to animals. Also included was the idea that God would hold man accountable for his actions towards animals."

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Gerald E. Jones
Other Writings of Mormons | Animals and the Church (2003) [Page 12]
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