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Does the Existence of Evil Point to the Existence of Multiple Gods?

Feb 29, 2024
The podcast delves into the philosophical implications of a single maximally great God versus multiple gods, exploring the problem of evil and moral grounding. It questions why God needs to slowly improve our character on earth if he will make every Christian sinless at resurrection. The discussion also ponders whether the existence of multiple gods could better explain the presence of evil than one God who allows evil.
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  • Monotheism emphasizes moral perfection and eternal existence in a singular God, contrasting with polytheism's varying degrees of morality.
  • Christian belief in gradual character development on earth before sinlessness at resurrection questions the need for immediate transformation post-death.

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Distinguishing Good and Evil in Monotheism vs. Polytheism

The podcast highlights the philosophical necessity of a maximally great God in monotheism, emphasizing that a singular God conveys moral perfection and eternal existence. In contrast, polytheistic beliefs are characterized by a pantheon of finite gods with varying degrees of morality. It raises concerns about the standard for distinguishing good and evil in polytheism, questioning the basis for moral obligation and the problem of multiple gods coexisting.

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