Evil: A Historical and Theological Perspective

by Hans Schwarz

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"The enigma of evil is here considered by Hans Schwarz in a multifaceted way. How can the baleful aspects of human life be understood and faced? What differing perspectives on evil can be gained from: behavioral science and psychology? biblical traditions and the history of Christian thought? contemporary thinkers? religious traditions of the East? In a constructive conclusion, Schwarz assesses the personification of evil, and the hope for the end of evil. In the final analysis, Schwarz show more offers the basis of hope for just and humane life. As such, this is a book for our times."--Back cover show less

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Hans Schwarz (DrTheol, Erlangen University), the author or editor of more than fifty books, is professor of systematic theology and contemporary theological issues at the University of Regensburg. He previously taught at Trinity Lutheran Seminary in Ohio.

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Nonfiction, Religion & Spirituality, Philosophy, History
DDC/MDS
231.8ReligionChristianityGodTheodicy
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BJ1401 .S42Philosophy, Psychology and ReligionEthicsEthics

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