The Definition of Evil & Suffering

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A Levels Philosophy & Ethics (Evil & Suffering) Flashcards on The Definition of Evil & Suffering, created by lj.willis on 07/04/2014.
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Define the word 'evil' 'Evil' is the intention to hurt or harm someone and there is a malicious deliberate attempt to make someone suffer
What are to two main types of evil which occur? Natural evil and Moral evil
Define Natural evil The apparent malfunctioning of the universe which cannot be controlled e.g. natural disasters
What is Hick's quote in relation to natural evil? "Natural evil is the evil which independently occurs of human actions"
Define Moral evil Consequences of human actions, failing to help accordingly with God
What is Swinburne's quote in relation to moral evil? "Moral evil is all types of evil which occur due to humans failing to do what they should"
Define the word 'suffering' 'Suffering' is usually a consequence/result of evil however it is not always intentional
What two outcomes could the consequence of suffering have? Positive e.g. childbirth Negative e.g. palliative care or death
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