Problem of evil. In the philosophy of religion, the problem of evil is the question of how to reconcile the existence of evil with that of a deity who is, in either absolute or relative terms, omnipotent, omniscient, and omnibenevolent (see theism).[1][2] An argument from evil attempts to show that the co-existence of evil and such a deity is unlikely or impossible if placed in absolute terms. Attempts to show the contrary have traditionally been discussed under the heading of theodicy. A wide range of responses have been given to the problem of evil. These include the explanation that God's act of creation as expressed in the Pentateuch and God's act of judgment are the same act.[3] God's condemnation of evil is believed to be executed and expressed in his created world; a judgment that is unstoppable due to God's all powerful, self-originated will; a constant and eternal judgment that becomes announced and communicated to other people on Judgment Day.
Detailed arguments[edit] William L. Free will[edit] 6 mark Question - Structural Guidance. Since Evil & Suffering Exist, A Loving God Cannot ...? The problem of evil and suffering: Christian Responses | That Religious Studi... Information: This article gives a brief review of matters related to the problem of evil and suffering, from the Christian perspective. Before reading this article, you may find it useful to read The problem of evil and suffering: An introduction. A version of this article was originally published on the website www.faithnet.org.uk. Introduction In order to explain why there is evil and suffering in the world, Christians usually turn to the first book of the Bible (Genesis). There we read about how Adam and Eve disobeyed God's command not to eat from the fruit of the tree, which was at the centre of the Garden of Eden.
The consequences of doing so were believed to have had dramatic consequences for the world, and everyone (and everything) in it. Genesis chapter 1 and 2 tell us that originally humans and the world were created perfect. The Fall of Man by Lukas Cranach - Source: Wikipedia The relationship between humanity and God The relationship between men and women Is God responsible? The Problem of Evil and Suffering GCSE Religious Studies.