1.7 The Problem of Evil

Cards (7)

  • Why is God omnipotent?
    ”We believe in one God, the Father, the Almighty, maker of heaven and earth” - Bible
  • Why is God omniscient?
    ”God is greater than our heart, and He knows everything.” - Bible
  • Why is God omnibenevolent?
    ”But you, Lord, are a compassionate and gracious God.” - Bible
  • Why is God omnipresent?
    ”The Lord looks down from heaven” - Bible
  • What is the problem of evil?
    The problem of evil is the philosophical question of how to reconcile the existence of evil and suffering with the existence of an all-powerful, all-knowing, and benevolent God.
  • What is moral suffering?
    Suffering brought about by cruel human action which can be avoided.
  • What is natural suffering?
    Suffering caused by the world around us which cannot be avoided except in some recent cases where disasters have occurred due to human interference with the natural world.