RE: The problem of evil/suffering when it comes to children
February 22, 2016 at 11:12 am
(This post was last modified: February 22, 2016 at 11:14 am by robvalue.)
Yup. It doesn't make theism inconsistent, but it does make many popular portrayals logically impossible.
It is also, in my opinion, a strong argument for not being part of one of those religions even if you thought it was "true". Especially if you thought it was true! There are strong parallels with Stockholm Syndrome. It makes me wince hearing theists make excuses for god after he causes/allows something horrific to happen; just like covering up for your abusive spouse.
Of course, I don't believe he is causing or allowing anything. But it's the fact that they do, and still worship it, that is painful.
It is also, in my opinion, a strong argument for not being part of one of those religions even if you thought it was "true". Especially if you thought it was true! There are strong parallels with Stockholm Syndrome. It makes me wince hearing theists make excuses for god after he causes/allows something horrific to happen; just like covering up for your abusive spouse.
Of course, I don't believe he is causing or allowing anything. But it's the fact that they do, and still worship it, that is painful.
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