The Triumph of God over Evil: Theodicy for a World of Suffering (Strategic Initiatives in Evangelical Theology)
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| Rating | : | 4.40 (945 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 0830828044 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 228 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2018-01-12 |
| Language | : | English |
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Having taken account of the current state of the discussion and squarely facing some of the most trenchant arguments marshaled by John K. Roth and D. A fresh and provocative contribution to the ongoing discussion of theodicy.. Phillips, Hasker forges a constructive answer in some depth showing why the evil in the world does not provide evidence of a moral fault in God, the world's creator and governor. Noted philosopher William Hasker explores a full range of issues concerning the problem of evil. Z
This is one more exceptional achievement in a career that is full of the, and Hasker deserves congratulation for this fine effort." (Kenneth Einar Himma, The Journal of Religious Studies, Volume 47, 2011)In The Triumph of God Over Evil, Christian philosopher William Hasker provides a generally comprehensive treatment of the problem of evil and a defense of free will (or open) theism that is both coherent and eminently readable despite the complexity of the issues with which he deals. Mann, Religious Studies Review, March 2009)"This book is not simply a compilation of Hasker's earlier helpful work on the standard challenges to God's goodness allegedly posed by evil. It is not only a worthwhile read for the professional philosopher and theologian; it would make a wonderful text in any class on the p
William Hasker (Ph.D., University of Edinburgh) is professor emeritus of philosophy at Huntington College in Huntington, Indiana. His books include Metaphysics: Constructing a World View; God, Time, and Knowledge; Reason and Religious Belief (with Michael Peterson, David Basinger and Bruce Reichenbach);
god's triumph placed in philosophical terms Michael Thompson The dialogue regarding God, suffering and evil has been long and often confusing (especially for many people who are struggling to find answers to their particular situations). Indeed, most treatments on the topic tend to err by being overly theoretical and philosophical t. Great Introduction to Christian Philosophical Responses to the Problem of Evil This book is perhaps the finest introduction to Christian philosophical responses to the problem of evil. Note: this is a philosophical text, and Hasker is a philosopher. Thus, some of the theological and pastoral problems that arise for Christians are, more or less, tange. Great Treatment of the Problem of Evil Ryan Mullins I do not wish to repeat what other reviewers have already said so I will try to focus on other issues in Hasker's book that have not been mentioned yet. Hasker sets out to look at the problem of evil with an eye on the current philosophical and theological landscape. In pa