Light in the Darkness? Reflections on Eleonore Stump’s Theodicy

Faith and Philosophy 28 (4):432-450 (2011)
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Eleonore Stump’s Wandering in Darkness: Narrative and the Problem of Suffering is a major contribution to the literature on the problem of evil. This reviewessay summarizes the overall argument of the book, pointing out both merits and difficulties with Stump’s approach. In particular, the essay urges objectionsto the solution she presents for the problem of suffering.

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