When Bad Things Happen to Good People by Harold S. Kushner Quiz

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What is the main issue with the six solutions mentioned in the text?

Certainty

Which aspect does the book 'When Bad Things Happen to Good People' focus on?

Why bad things happen

What is the main message conveyed about faith in the text?

Faith is being tested by God

What role does God play in our suffering?

God is a teacher

How does the text suggest we should approach our response to bad things happening?

With acceptance and understanding

Why did Harold Kushner write the book 'When Bad Things Happen to Good People'?

To address the anger towards God of those struggling with faith.

What compelled Harold Kushner to 'rethink' everything he had been taught about God?

Personal tragedy.

According to Chapter One, what is the main dilemma discussed by Harold Kushner?

The existence of evil in a world created by a loving God.

Why is the question of why bad things happen to good people considered important according to the text?

It challenges the belief in a just and loving God.

How does Harold Kushner describe those who blame themselves for their suffering?

As deserving their suffering.

What assumption about God's control over the world troubles many people, as mentioned in the text?

God could stop evil but chooses not to.

Test your knowledge on the very personal book by Harold S. Kushner that explores the goodness of the world and faith journey, aimed at helping people hold onto their beliefs even in the face of hardships.

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