Parker's Pensées
Ep. 220 - Why Common Sense Problems of Evil Aren't a Problem w/Dr. Perry Hendricks
Feb 18, 2023
Perry Hendricks, a newly minted doctor of philosophy, dives into the common sense problems of evil. He expertly critiques conventional views on how evil exists in relation to a benevolent God. The conversation navigates skeptical theism, the subjective nature of evil, and the complexities of moral evaluations. Perry also shares insights on transforming dissertation work into a scholarly book and reflects on the philosophical nuances of divine reasoning. It's a thought-provoking and humorous exploration of profound questions.
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- The podcast explores skeptical theism, emphasizing that human cognitive limitations hinder our understanding of divine reasons behind the existence of evil.
- It examines common sense problems of evil, questioning the perception that certain evils are gratuitous or unjustified based on phenomenological conservativism.
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Introduction to the Problem of Evil
The discussion begins with the significance of the problem of evil in philosophy and theology, particularly through the lens of skeptical theism. Skeptical theism suggests that humans have limitations in understanding divine reasoning regarding the existence of evil. This perspective is relevant to various arguments from evil that question the compatibility of God's existence with instances of evil. The conversation aims to clarify these concepts, especially focusing on common sense problems related to evil.
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