
#08 C.S. Lewis on the problem of pain
The C.S. Lewis podcast
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C.S. Lewis: Pain, Suffering, and Faith
This chapter explores C.S. Lewis's profound encounters with pain and suffering, beginning with the traumatic loss of his mother and the horrors he witnessed as a soldier in World War I. It outlines his struggle with faith, particularly following the death of his close friend, which initially led him to atheism but eventually prompted a reevaluation of his beliefs. The narrative connects Lewis's personal experiences to his intellectual work on suffering, showcasing how his reflections influenced his transition from atheism to Christianity.
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