Problem of Evil, The (2 Parts)

Synopsis

Part 1: A talk by Professor Phillips Griffiths. At a common sense level the existence of evil is incompatible with the existence of God defined as possessing absolute power, knowledge and goodness. Philosophical analysis, however, suggests that religious language does not operate at the common sense level.
Part 2: A discussion led by Professor Phillips Griffiths. None of the standard common-sense defences of theism, such as the invocation of man’s freedom of choice, will work. The key question, therefore, is whether religious parables and other ways of speaking can avoid the common sense objectives without toppling over into meaninglessness.

Language

English

Country

Great Britain

Medium

Video; Videocassette. VHS. col. 2 x 50 min.

Year of production

1984

Availability

Sale

Documentation

A detailed handbook gives an outline of the arguments, explanations of problematic or technical terms, necessary background, suggestions for further reading and bibliographical references.

Uses

Sixth-formers and college teachers.

Subjects

Philosophy

Keywords

ethical issues; religious belief and practice

Credits

Cast

Phillips Griffiths

Production Company

Name

University of Warwick Audio-Visual Centre

Distributor

Name

Royal Institute of Philosophy