Evil contributes to a greater good
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This argument is used in the debate Does God exist?.
This argument is an objection to There is too much suffering and injustice for there to be a god.
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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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Having the opportunity to suffer makes great good possible -
The suffering of some enables others to perform good deeds
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Natural evil motivates humans to learn about the universe
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The pain endured in this life will be amply compensated for in the hereafter.
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The existence of evil helps maintain the universe
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The existence of evil contributes to the simplicity of our universe
Objections[ edit ]
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Evil can lead to the worst horrors