Evil contributes to a greater good

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Parent debateThis argument is used in the debate Does God exist?.
Keywords: God, Evil, Suffering[ edit ].

SummarySummary

Man is unable to grasp the ins and outs of God's decisions. Having the opportunity to suffer makes great good possible

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Arguments forJustifications

  • Argument forHaving the opportunity to suffer makes great good possible
  • Argument forThe suffering of some enables others to perform good deeds
  • Argument forNatural evil motivates humans to learn about the universe
  • Argument forThe pain endured in this life will be amply compensated for in the hereafter.
  • Argument forThe existence of evil helps maintain the universe
  • Argument forThe existence of evil contributes to the simplicity of our universe

Arguments againstObjections

  • Argument againstEvil can lead to the worst horrors

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