4.3 God And Human Suffering

Question 1

What does St Augustine say about evil?

Answer 1

•Evil is responsibility of human beings for making wrong choices, based upon Original Sin
•Why were they created if they would just sin?

Question 2

What does Iraneus say about evil?

Answer 2

•Iraneus suggests a different view upon Genesis
•Man was not created perfect but immature and needing perfection as planned by God
•Evil stands to teach lessons

Question 3

What may other Christians say about evil? (+SAW)?

Answer 3

•It is a test of faith for believers and punishment for the wicked
•Book of Job

Question 4

What is a quote for God’s ‘suffering’ in Genesis

Answer 4

“God saw all he had made, and it was good”