Shortt, Rupert
The Hardest Problem: God, Evil and Suffering
- ISBN 13:
- 9781399802727
- author:
- Shortt, Rupert
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- John Murray Publishers Ltd
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2023
- Pages:
- 144
- Dimensions:
- 19.6 x 12.8 x 1.2 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Nonfiction, Philosophy, Religious,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
The Hardest Problem God, Evil and Suffering by Rupert Shortt The problem of evil and suffering is a deeply personal and profound challenge to mainstream religious belief. While it's natural for strong emotions to dominate discussions around this topic, it's essential to approach the issue with clear-headed thinking. In this thought-provoking book, Rupert Shortt offers a nuanced exploration of the dilemma, one that sheds light on the coherence of belief in a divine Creator. Shortt begins by addressing common misconceptions about core aspects of Judaism, Christianity, and Islam, which can lead to caricatures of these faiths. He then delves into the nature of evil from a classical Abrahamic perspective, discussing how Christian resources offer guidance in grappling with this complex issue. While there may not be a clear solution to the problem of suffering, Shortt argues that sensitive and creative approaches can still provide valuable insights. This book is an accessible contemporary reflection on one of humanity's most enduring questions: why does evil and suffering exist?
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