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Single Idea 2175

[filed under theme 29. Religion / D. Religious Issues / 3. Problem of Evil / a. Problem of Evil ]

Full Idea

There is a "problem of evil" only for those who expect the world to be good.

Gist of Idea

There is a problem of evil only if you expect the world to be good

Source

Bernard Williams (Shame and Necessity [1993], III - p.68)

Book Ref

Williams,Bernard: 'Shame and Necessity' [California 1994], p.68