Solutions to the problem of suffering (Edexcel GCSE Religious Studies B): Quizzes
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What 3 characteristics of God create the problem of evil?
What 3 characteristics of God create the problem of evil?
All-good, all-knowing, all-powerful
According to Genesis, what introduced evil into God's perfect creation?
According to Genesis, what introduced evil into God's perfect creation?
Adam & Eve's disobedience (the Fall)
How is free will defined in Catholic teaching?
How is free will defined in Catholic teaching?
The idea humans are free to choose
How did God respond to the problem of evil according to Christians?
How did God respond to the problem of evil according to Christians?
By sending Jesus to Earth
What reassurance do the Psalms provide about suffering?
What reassurance do the Psalms provide about suffering?
Evil & suffering serve a purpose
How did Job respond to his tremendous suffering?
How did Job respond to his tremendous suffering?
He maintained trust in God
What does Job 1:22 say about Job's response to suffering?
What does Job 1:22 say about Job's response to suffering?
Job did not sin by charging God with wrongdoing
What does Augustine's theodicy argue about free will?
What does Augustine's theodicy argue about free will?
Free will is needed for genuine good
What did Saint Irenaeus propose about suffering's purpose?
What did Saint Irenaeus propose about suffering's purpose?
Suffering is needed to become like God
What does prayer provide for Catholics facing suffering?
What does prayer provide for Catholics facing suffering?
Strength to cope & comfort
Who established The Samaritans organisation as a practical response to suffering?
Who established The Samaritans organisation as a practical response to suffering?
Chad Varah
What do different Christian views on suffering often do?
What do different Christian views on suffering often do?
Complement rather than contradict