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Natural Evil in Irenaeus Theodicy

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Why does Hick argue that natural evil is allowed in the world?

To prevent humans from causing harm

To help humanity make difficult choices for soul-making (correct)

To maximize human pleasure

To restrict human freedom

What does Irenaeus' Theodicy emphasize as the ultimate aim for all humanity?

Avoiding any form of evil

Achieving earthly riches

Developing virtues of perseverance

Becoming like God (Godly perfection) (correct)

How does Irenaeus address the punishment for those who reject God in life?

Immediate entry to heaven

Complete annihilation

Temporary purification leading to Godly perfection (correct)

Eternal damnation

In Irenaeus' Theodicy, what is the purpose of natural evil according to Hick?

To help humanity develop second-order goods Signup and view all the answers

How does Irenaeus describe the end result for all individuals according to his theodicy?

Achieving Godly perfection Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of 'eschatological justification' in Irenaeus' Theodicy?

To provide hope for all humanity's ultimate development into God's likeness Signup and view all the answers

Why does Hick argue that a paradise cannot exist?

It would restrict human freedom Signup and view all the answers

What role does natural evil play in Irenaeus' Theodicy according to Hick?

To facilitate genuine choices for soul-making Signup and view all the answers

How does Irenaeus explain the purpose of the world in his theodicy?

For soul-making and humanity's development into God's likeness Signup and view all the answers

Which characteristic of God does Irenaeus' Theodicy highlight by allowing everyone to achieve Godly perfection eventually?

Omnibenevolence Signup and view all the answers