Uploaded October 2023 | Updated September 2026, 1 day ago
Theodicies are a key element in the philosophy of religion. What if the entire project of theodicies is problematic? In this video, we analyse the anti-theodical movement.
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⏰Timestamps⏰:
0:12 Anti-Theodicy: A Summary
1:07 Conceptual vs Practical Divide?
2:55 What is the moral challenge of theodicies?
4:58 How the theist can respond to anti-theodicy?
6:46 William Styron and Anti-theodicy
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About the video:
In this thought-provoking video, we delve into the philosophical debate surrounding anti-theodicy and the problem of evil. Explore the arguments against traditional theodicy and the existence of evil, offering a critical analysis of religious and philosophical views on faith, suffering, and the existence of a benevolent deity. Join the discussion on anti-theodicy, theology, and the complex relationship between God and the human experience.
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Theodicies are a key element in the philosophy of religion. What if the entire project of theodicies is problematic? In this video, we analyse the anti-theodical movement.
--
⏰Timestamps⏰:
0:12 Anti-Theodicy: A Summary
1:07 Conceptual vs Practical Divide?
2:55 What is the moral challenge of theodicies?
4:58 How the theist can respond to anti-theodicy?
6:46 William Styron and Anti-theodicy
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For more reading on Anti-Theodicy:
D.Z. Philips: amzn.to/45v0CTc
Kenneth Surin: amzn.to/3PZm6lc
William Styron: amzn.to/3Ec4lcW
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If you found this video helpful, like and subscribe, and share this video with your friends!
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For podcast listeners, check out our podcast: bit.ly/phil4allpod
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Take part in a ministry which reaches 5000+ people with the Christian message per month and gain access to Joshua’s private collection of notes (on over 200 articles and books), pose questions to leading scholars, suggest videos, and more:
patreon.com/christianityforall
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Join our newsletter on my website: josh-yen.com
Find me on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/joshuajwyen
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Feel free to join my discord server:
discord.gg/8qdSy85SfD
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Check out Christianity for All, my guide to Christian life in the 21st century:
Paperback: amzn.to/3LpJVii
Kindle: amzn.to/3DsGLaN
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About the video:
In this thought-provoking video, we delve into the philosophical debate surrounding anti-theodicy and the problem of evil. Explore the arguments against traditional theodicy and the existence of evil, offering a critical analysis of religious and philosophical views on faith, suffering, and the existence of a benevolent deity. Join the discussion on anti-theodicy, theology, and the complex relationship between God and the human experience.
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