Christian Teachings On The Origin Of Evil Flashcards
1
Q
Different types of evil
A
Moral evil
Natural evil
2
Q
What is moral evil caused by
A
Human actions which some religious believers might consider acts of sin
3
Q
What is natural evil caused by
A
Natural disasters such as earthquakes
4
Q
What do Christian’s believe humans are born with
A
Original sin which results in the built up urge to do things that are bad
5
Q
Why do Christian’s believe god allows evil to exist
A
To develop moral souls
6
Q
Why did iraneus believe God doesn’t prevent evil
A
It would interfere with free will
7
Q
Why do Hick and iraneus believe there is still evil
A
Because God created humans with the potential for spiritual growth
