[Morphine, pain and religions].

Pain and opioids use have different meanings depending on one's beliefs. It is important to encourage and to recognize the value of religious practices as a part of holistic care. Respecting spirituality has the potential to strengthen the therapeutic alliance and promote appropriate care. This article provides food for thought through clinical vignettes frequently encountered in clinical practice.
Competing Interests: Les auteurs n’ont déclaré aucun conflit d’intérêts en relation avec cet article.