Philosophy A-Level
Theodicy and the Problem of Evil
What Theodicy and the Problem of Evil means in Philosophy A-Level, as defined for AQA.
Definition of Theodicy and the Problem of Evil
Assessment of the logical and evidential challenges posed by the existence of moral and natural evil to the concept of an all-powerful, all-loving deity.
Topics that use Theodicy and the Problem of Evil
- Metaphysics of God (AQA A-Level)
Related terms
- A Priori vs A Posteriori Proofs
- Cognitivism vs. Non-cognitivism
- Rationalism vs Empiricism
- The Coherence of the Divine Attributes
- The Falsification Debate
- The Nature of Necessity
- The Verification Principle
- Theodicy and the Challenge of Evil
Using Theodicy and the Problem of Evil in the exam
Definition questions usually carry one or two marks, and examiners look for the precise wording. Write the definition from memory, check it against the version above, and then use the term in a longer answer on the same topic so it sticks.
Practise Philosophy questions
Create a free account to answer exam-style questions on this topic and get feedback on your answers.
Start free
All Philosophy A-Level terms7 days Premium · Then free forever · No card, no charge