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DOWNLOAD COMPLETE RESEARCH MATERIAL NOW! NGN3,000ABSTRACT:
The presence of evil in a world created by a benevolent and omnipotent God poses a paradox central to theological and philosophical discourse. This study critically examines the interplay between theism and the problem of evil, highlighting perspectives from key philosophical and theological figures such as Augustine, John Hick, and Plotinus. Central to the discourse is the question of whether the existence of evil negates the attributes of an all-powerful and all-loving deity. The research explores various classifications of evil—moral, natural, and ontological—providing a structured analysis of their origins and implications. Using the “Greater Good Defense,” the study evaluates arguments that some evils may serve as pathways to greater goods, contributing to humanity’s spiritual and moral development. Additionally, the research contrasts theistic perspectives with atheistic critiques, emphasizing the complexities of reconciling divine omnipotence with human suffering. Methodologically, the study relies on extensive textual analysis of philosophical and religious texts. This work contributes to understanding the enduring relevance of the problem of evil in contemporary discussions about faith, morality, and the human condition.
Keywords: Theism, Problem of Evil, John Hick, Augustine, Moral Evil, Natural Evil, Greater Good Defense
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CHAPTER ONE:
General Introduction
Statement of the problem
Purpose of the study
Significance of the study
Scope of the study
Methodology
Literature Review
CHAPTER TWO: THE CONCEPT OF THEISM
Meaning of Theism
The Idea of God
The Various Arguments for the Existence of God. Theist Perceptive
CHAPTER THREE: THE CONCEPT OF EVIL
Concept of Evil
The Problem of Evil
Types of Evil
Ontological Evil
Montal Evil Suffering
Natural Evil
How various philosophers try to find solution to this problem (evil)
CHAPTER FOUR: THEISM AND THE PROBLEM OF EVIL
What Theists understand as the problem of evil
John Hick’s Greater Good Defense
John Hick’s on Evil and the God of Love
Augustine’s Approach on the concept of Evil
Plotmus on the Problem of Evil
CHAPTER FIVE: SUMMARY AND CONCLUSION
Summary
Conclusion
References
Bibliography