NIODA and the Problem of Evil: God as Ultimate Determiner
The problem of evil permeates contemporary theodicy, raising the question of how an omnipotent and benevolent God can allow its existence. Exploring this inquiry is inherently tied to investigating divine action, specifically the interplay between time and eternity within a temporary creation. In re...
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| description | The problem of evil permeates contemporary theodicy, raising the question of how an omnipotent and benevolent God can allow its existence. Exploring this inquiry is inherently tied to investigating divine action, specifically the interplay between time and eternity within a temporary creation. In recent decades, the Non-Interventionist Objective Divine Action (NIODA) project has endeavored to present a science-backed perspective that acknowledges a respectful divine action harmonizing with the workings of nature. However, this viewpoint has faced criticism from various angles, particularly for its perceived inability to provide a definitive response to the problem of evil. This contribution aims to overcome these criticisms. While not necessarily endorsing the NIODA proposal, it seeks to present a fresh outlook on the question of evil that aligns with NIODA, addressing the dichotomy between the unity and plurality of divine action in the world and offering novel insights for the Christian doctrine of creation. |
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| spelling | doaj.art-e43a00a3b5b744f282731f4ffbff8e142023-11-19T02:51:23ZengMDPI AGReligions2077-14442023-08-01148103710.3390/rel14081037NIODA and the Problem of Evil: God as Ultimate DeterminerJavier Sánchez-Cañizares0“Mind-Brain Group” at the Institute for Culture and Society (ICS) and “Science, Reason and Faith” Group (CRYF), University of Navarra, 31009 Pamplona, Navarra, SpainThe problem of evil permeates contemporary theodicy, raising the question of how an omnipotent and benevolent God can allow its existence. Exploring this inquiry is inherently tied to investigating divine action, specifically the interplay between time and eternity within a temporary creation. In recent decades, the Non-Interventionist Objective Divine Action (NIODA) project has endeavored to present a science-backed perspective that acknowledges a respectful divine action harmonizing with the workings of nature. However, this viewpoint has faced criticism from various angles, particularly for its perceived inability to provide a definitive response to the problem of evil. This contribution aims to overcome these criticisms. While not necessarily endorsing the NIODA proposal, it seeks to present a fresh outlook on the question of evil that aligns with NIODA, addressing the dichotomy between the unity and plurality of divine action in the world and offering novel insights for the Christian doctrine of creation.https://www.mdpi.com/2077-1444/14/8/1037problem of eviltheodicyNIODAtime and eternity in creationnatural determination |
| spellingShingle | Javier Sánchez-Cañizares NIODA and the Problem of Evil: God as Ultimate Determiner Religions problem of evil theodicy NIODA time and eternity in creation natural determination |
| title | NIODA and the Problem of Evil: God as Ultimate Determiner |
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| title_short | NIODA and the Problem of Evil: God as Ultimate Determiner |
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