In the 5th century BCE, a Greek philosopher named Hippocrates wrote the phrase "I will not give anyone a deadly medicine if asked, and I nor will I suggest ways to do it. to such a lawyer” (Miles, 2004). This passage is part of a written document now known as the Hippocratic Oath (Appendix A). Ancient Greek philosophers were aware of the medical difficulties that a physician would ultimately face when practicing medicine. Today, the oath has become a code of ethics that doctors must respect and apply in their profession. Why is this sentence important enough to be included in this document? Some see this passage as the code that prohibits doctors from using their skills to execute prisoners. Others believe his passage was written to prevent doctors from using their knowledge to commit murder. However, I believe this passage was included in the oath in order to prevent doctors from using their “techne” for the purpose of assisted suicide. Physician-assisted suicide or euthanasia is not a new idea in today's society. It is therefore no coincidence that Hippocrates imperatively clarified this question in his oath. Respect for human life is clearly defined by the oath, but some doctors still help patients end their lives today. Is helping someone end their life unethical and against the Hippocratic Oath? Therefore, I must address this puzzling question and attempt to answer this crucial question. Euthanasia is a Greek word meaning “good death” (Schiavo, 2011). This word generally refers to the manner of ending an individual's life to relieve their pain and suffering. Although some people may disagree, euthanasia and medical assistance...... middle of paper ... myself and I use my knowledge in a godly way. I will not cut for stone, but I will commit myself entirely to this matter. to surgeons. Whatever house I may enter, my visit will be for the convenience and advantage of the patient; and I will gladly refrain from committing any harm or wrong by falsehood, and (in a particular manner) from acts of a loving nature, whatever the rank of those whom it is my duty to heal, that they are mistresses or servants, slaves. or free. Whatever I happen to see or hear during my practice (even when I am not invited), whatever happens to me to acquire knowledge, if it is not appropriate to repeat it , I will keep it sacred and secret within my own bosom. If I faithfully observe this oath, may I flourish and prosper in my fortune and profession, and live in the esteem of posterity; or in case of violation thereof, may my fate be the reverse![4]