The Argument from Divine Justice

Description: The Argument from Divine Justice is a philosophical argument that attempts to prove the existence of God based on the idea that there must be a just God who will reward the good and punish the evil.
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What is the main premise of the Argument from Divine Justice?

  1. There is a just God who will reward the good and punish the evil.

  2. There is no such thing as justice.

  3. Evil is a necessary part of the universe.

  4. Humans are inherently good.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The main premise of the Argument from Divine Justice is that there must be a just God who will reward the good and punish the evil. This premise is based on the idea that justice is a fundamental moral principle that must be upheld.

What is the conclusion of the Argument from Divine Justice?

  1. God exists.

  2. There is no such thing as justice.

  3. Evil is a necessary part of the universe.

  4. Humans are inherently good.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The conclusion of the Argument from Divine Justice is that God exists. This conclusion is based on the premise that there must be a just God who will reward the good and punish the evil. If there is no such God, then there is no justice in the universe, which is a contradiction.

What is one objection to the Argument from Divine Justice?

  1. The problem of evil.

  2. The problem of free will.

  3. The problem of hiddenness.

  4. The problem of suffering.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

One objection to the Argument from Divine Justice is the problem of evil. This problem asks why, if there is a just God, does evil exist in the world? If God is all-powerful and all-loving, then why does he allow innocent people to suffer? This is a difficult question to answer, and it has led some people to reject the Argument from Divine Justice.

What is one response to the problem of evil?

  1. God is not all-powerful.

  2. God is not all-loving.

  3. Evil is a necessary part of the universe.

  4. Humans have free will.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

One response to the problem of evil is that humans have free will. This means that we are free to choose between good and evil. If we choose to do evil, then we cannot blame God for the consequences of our actions. This response is consistent with the Argument from Divine Justice, which does not claim that God is responsible for evil in the world.

What is the problem of free will?

  1. If God is all-knowing, then he knows what choices we will make.

  2. If God is all-powerful, then he can prevent us from making bad choices.

  3. If God is all-loving, then he would not want us to suffer the consequences of our bad choices.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The problem of free will is that it seems to conflict with the attributes of God. If God is all-knowing, then he knows what choices we will make. If he is all-powerful, then he can prevent us from making bad choices. If he is all-loving, then he would not want us to suffer the consequences of our bad choices. However, if we have free will, then we are free to choose between good and evil, even if God knows what we will choose and even if he could prevent us from making bad choices.

What is one response to the problem of free will?

  1. God does not have perfect knowledge of the future.

  2. God does not have the power to prevent us from making bad choices.

  3. God does not love us enough to prevent us from suffering the consequences of our bad choices.

  4. Free will is an illusion.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

One response to the problem of free will is that free will is an illusion. This means that we do not actually have the freedom to choose between good and evil. Instead, our choices are determined by our genes, our environment, and our past experiences. This response is consistent with the Argument from Divine Justice, which does not require that humans have free will.

What is the problem of hiddenness?

  1. God is hidden from us.

  2. We cannot see God.

  3. We cannot hear God.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The problem of hiddenness is that God is hidden from us. We cannot see him, we cannot hear him, and we cannot touch him. This makes it difficult for us to believe in him. The Argument from Divine Justice does not address the problem of hiddenness, but it does provide some evidence for the existence of God.

What is one response to the problem of hiddenness?

  1. God is not hidden from us.

  2. We can see God.

  3. We can hear God.

  4. God reveals himself to us through nature and through our conscience.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

One response to the problem of hiddenness is that God reveals himself to us through nature and through our conscience. Nature is full of beauty and wonder, and it points to the existence of a creator. Our conscience tells us what is right and wrong, and it points to the existence of a moral lawgiver. These are just two ways that God reveals himself to us, even though we cannot see him or hear him.

What is the problem of suffering?

  1. Why do innocent people suffer?

  2. Why does God allow suffering?

  3. Why is there so much suffering in the world?

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The problem of suffering is that there is so much suffering in the world. Innocent people suffer from natural disasters, diseases, and violence. Children suffer from abuse and neglect. Animals suffer from pain and death. The problem of suffering is a challenge to the Argument from Divine Justice, because it seems to contradict the idea that there is a just God who loves us.

What is one response to the problem of suffering?

  1. Suffering is a necessary part of life.

  2. Suffering is a test of our faith.

  3. Suffering is a punishment for our sins.

  4. Suffering is a mystery that we cannot understand.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

One response to the problem of suffering is that it is a mystery that we cannot understand. This response is consistent with the Argument from Divine Justice, which does not claim to explain why there is suffering in the world. However, this response does not provide much comfort to those who are suffering.

What is the main argument against the Argument from Divine Justice?

  1. The problem of evil.

  2. The problem of free will.

  3. The problem of hiddenness.

  4. The problem of suffering.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The main argument against the Argument from Divine Justice is the problem of evil. This problem asks why, if there is a just God, does evil exist in the world? If God is all-powerful and all-loving, then why does he allow innocent people to suffer? This is a difficult question to answer, and it has led some people to reject the Argument from Divine Justice.

What is one response to the argument against the Argument from Divine Justice?

  1. God is not all-powerful.

  2. God is not all-loving.

  3. Evil is a necessary part of the universe.

  4. Humans have free will.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

One response to the argument against the Argument from Divine Justice is that humans have free will. This means that we are free to choose between good and evil. If we choose to do evil, then we cannot blame God for the consequences of our actions. This response is consistent with the Argument from Divine Justice, which does not claim that God is responsible for evil in the world.

What is the main conclusion of the Argument from Divine Justice?

  1. God exists.

  2. There is no such thing as justice.

  3. Evil is a necessary part of the universe.

  4. Humans are inherently good.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The main conclusion of the Argument from Divine Justice is that God exists. This conclusion is based on the premise that there must be a just God who will reward the good and punish the evil. If there is no such God, then there is no justice in the universe, which is a contradiction.

What is one objection to the main conclusion of the Argument from Divine Justice?

  1. The problem of evil.

  2. The problem of free will.

  3. The problem of hiddenness.

  4. The problem of suffering.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

One objection to the main conclusion of the Argument from Divine Justice is the problem of evil. This problem asks why, if there is a just God, does evil exist in the world? If God is all-powerful and all-loving, then why does he allow innocent people to suffer? This is a difficult question to answer, and it has led some people to reject the main conclusion of the Argument from Divine Justice.

What is one response to the objection to the main conclusion of the Argument from Divine Justice?

  1. God is not all-powerful.

  2. God is not all-loving.

  3. Evil is a necessary part of the universe.

  4. Humans have free will.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

One response to the objection to the main conclusion of the Argument from Divine Justice is that humans have free will. This means that we are free to choose between good and evil. If we choose to do evil, then we cannot blame God for the consequences of our actions. This response is consistent with the Argument from Divine Justice, which does not claim that God is responsible for evil in the world.

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