Understanding Suffering and Evil in Faith

What do theists argue about the existence of God in relation to suffering and evil?

• God cannot exist if suffering and evil are present.

• God can still exist even though suffering and evil are present.

• Suffering and evil prove that God is not all-powerful.

• Suffering and evil are illusions.

How do Buddhists and Hindus explain suffering and evil?

• Through the concept of original sin.

• By the teaching of karma.

• As a test of faith.

• As a result of scientific laws.

Which story do Buddhists refer to when explaining that grief and loss are a part of life?

• The story of Adam and Eve.

• The story of Job.

• The story of Kisa Gotami.

• The story of Noah's Ark.

According to Christians, what is the reason for suffering and evil in the world?

• It is a test of faith.

• It is a result of karma.

• It is a punishment for the sin of Adam and Eve.

• It is an illusion.

What do Jews suggest about the presence of suffering and evil, as shown through the story of Job?

• It is a result of karma.

• It is a test of faith.

• It is a punishment for sin.

• It is an illusion.

What philosophical dilemma is associated with the existence of suffering and evil?

• The inconsistent triad.

• The law of karma.

• The paradox of the omnipotent.

• The theory of relativity.

Who is the Greek philosopher that put forward the inconsistent triad?

• Socrates.

• Plato.

• Epicurus.

• Aristotle.

What do some people believe about the existence of evil in relation to goodness?

• Evil is an illusion.

• Evil must exist for us to understand goodness.

• Evil is a punishment for sin.

• Evil is a result of karma.