Problem of evil Flashcards
What is Epicurus thoughts on the problem of evil ?
Surely if god loves us and is all powerful he should prevent all evil from coming upon us
What is the main argument of why god would allow such evil, pain and suffering ?
That we as mere mortals with a limited human understanding couldn’t fathom the reason
What is a theodicy ?
A theory that justifies gods goodness when the problem of evil is presented
What is moral evil ?
Evil that a result of agency
What is natural evil ?
Evil that happens as a result of nature or natural causes
What might we say about natural evil ?
Can it really be called evil ?
Who made the inconsistent triad ?
Mackie
What is the logical problem of evil ?
Asks what it means to be a “God” in the traditional sense and, challenges the nature of god and the believer
What is the evidential problem of evil ?
This argument brings forth the fact we can see evidence of people’s suffering constantly, makes us question god
