Cambridge Companion to the Problem of Evil

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Cambridge Companion to the Problem of Evil

Philosophy Philosophy: metaphysics and ontology Ethics and moral philosophy Religion: general Philosophy of religion Theology

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Collection: Cambridge Companions to Religion

Language: English

Published by: Cambridge University Press

Published on: 9 June 2017

Format: LCP-protected ePub

Size: 4 Mb

ISBN: 9781108339834


Introduction

For many centuries philosophers have been discussing the problem of evil - one of the greatest problems of intellectual history. There are many facets to the problem, and for students and scholars unfamiliar with the vast literature on the subject, grasping the main issues can be a daunting task.

About the Book

This Companion provides a stimulating introduction to the problem of evil. More than an introduction to the subject, it is a state-of-the-art contribution to the field which provides critical analyses of and creative insights on this longstanding problem.

Themes and Perspectives

Fresh themes in the book include evil and the meaning of life, beauty and evil, evil and cosmic evolution, and anti-theodicy. Evil is discussed from the perspectives of the major monotheistic religions, agnosticism, and atheism.

Target Audience

Written by leading scholars in clear and accessible prose, this book is an ideal companion for undergraduate and graduate students, teachers, and scholars across the disciplines.

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