Satre's response to the problem of evil Flashcards
1
Q
What was Jean-Paul Sartre’s belief about the problem of evil and suffering?
A
He believed that there was no true purpose in life, and we only create meaning by making our own moral pathways.
2
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What does ‘abandonment’ mean for Sartre?
A
He believes it is the result of coming to the realisation that God does not exist, and there is no external aid throughout life helping or guiding you.
3
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How does this solve the problem of evil and suffering?
A
it eliminates the necessity for God in the world. Therefore, there is no contradiction to be made.
