God And Evil: An Introduction To The Issues

by Michael L Peterson

Overview

This concise, well-structured survey examines the problem of evil in the context of the philosophy of religion. One of the core topics in that field, the problem of evil is an enduring challenge that Western philosophers have pondered for almost two thousand years. The main problem of evil consists in reconciling belief in a just and loving God wit

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780367315993
Publisher:	Taylor & Francis
Publication date:	08/28/2019
Pages:	148
Product dimensions:	6.00(w) x 9.00(h) x (d)

About the Author

Michael L Peterson is professor of philosophy at Asbury College and the author of several books.

Table of Contents

1 The Problem of Evil and Its Place in Philosophy of Religion — 2 The Logical Problem of Evil — 3 The Function of Defense — 4 The Probabilistic Problem of Evil — 5 The Problem of Gratuitous Evil — 6 The Task of Theodicy — 7 The Existential Problem of Evil

Editorial Reviews

Examines the problem of evil in the context of the philosophy of religion. In a format which rests on the various types of arguments (the logical, the probabilistic, the evidential, and the existential), Peterson (philosophy, Asbury College) addresses questions such as the relation of rational belief to religious faith, responses of important thinkers, and whether it is possible to maintain religious commitment in the light of evil. Paper edition (unseen), $18.00. Annotation c. by Book News, Inc., Portland, Or.

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