For centuries, christians have been tormented by one question above all. If god were good, he would make his creatures perfectly happy, and if he were almighty he. Lewis, in which lewis argues that human pain, animal pain, and hell are not sufficient reasons to reject belief in a good and. May 08, 2004 it is really a pleasure to be able to praise a book unreservedly, and that is just what i can do with the problem of pain. Jan 16, 2017 god stepped in and carried me along in my weakness, letting me taste his strength, grace, and love in new ways. Lewis by the josh benner blog on november 14, 2012 1. Clive staples lewis 29 november 1898 22 november 1963 was a british writer and lay theologian.
He explains so well and in an easy to understand format why pain exists in the world we live in and how we can cope with. Lewis points out that our definition of god as love may be true, but our understanding of what love means needs correction. I would advise anybody who wants some solid answers on the problem of pain or anyone starting to read lewis to stay away from this book. Mental pain is less dramatic than physical pain, but it is more common and also more hard to bear.
The issues are much better and more clearly examined in the undisputed lewis classic mere christianity and the far more personal a grief observed, both great books that i highly recommend. Lewis signature classics contains his seven most popular works mere christianity, the screwtape letters, miracles, the great divorce, the problem of. The problem of pain is of course the subject of focus, but the book is nearly comprehensive as an explanation of the christian worldview. A gorgeous boxed set that includes all eight paperback volumes of the c. Lewis, in which lewis argues that human pain, animal pain, and hell are not sufficient reasons to reject belief in a good and powerful god. The dramatic story behind mere christianity, which is a dramatic rendering of his conversion and background, along with a complete audio version of mere christianity. Lewis and the problem of pain also liked these free titles. The book was published in multiple languages including english, consists of 176 pages and is available in paperback format. Signin to download and listen to this audiobook today.
At no point does lewis give a concise oneliner as the answer to the problem of pain. Apr 21, 2008 if lewiss aim in this text is to address the problem of pain that arises out of an affirmation of the existence of god as he suggests in the introduction, then appalling nature of animal pain is a central issue for theodicy because animals, in lewiss view, cannot benefit morally from it. He is best known both for his fictional work, especially the screwtape letters, the chronicles of narnia, and the space trilogy, and for his nonfiction christian apologetics, such. He writes, he writes, by the goodness of god we mean nowadays almost exclusively his lovingness. Lewis was an atheist in his 30s because, he says, he believed then that the universe was mostly empty space, dark, cold, and almost entirely unpopulated. Alister mcgraths provocative and perceptive book, if i had lunch with c. The problem of pain unabridged audiobook on cd 9780060757489 by c. Lewis, the master apologist, tackles the question that has plagued humanity for centuries. Mere christianity by c s lewis complete audio book read by geoffrey howard. It is really a pleasure to be able to praise a book unreservedly, and that is just what i can do with the problem of pain. Lewis questions the pain and suffering that occur everyday and how this contrasts with the notion of a god that is both omnipotent and good.
Early in the book the problem of pain, in an analogy which is the epitome of the brilliance and humor of c. His most distinguished and popular accomplishments include the chronicles of narnia, out of the silent planet, the four loves, the screwtape letters and mere christianity. In the problem of pain, lewis tackles all topics from the deity of christ, mans idea of pain, and the theology of hell. Lewis ends the book with a look at hell, pain in animals and heaven. Gods eternal remedy to the problem of evil and suffering duration. Before lewis attempts to solve the intellectual problem raised by suffering page 10 he describes the origin of religion and how it creates the problem of pain. Reflections july 2014god is love cs lewis, cs lewis. If lewiss aim in this text is to address the problem of pain that arises out of an affirmation of the existence of god as he suggests in the introduction, then appalling nature. Lewis, one of the most renowned christian authors and thinkers, examines a universally applicable question within the human condition. The first edition of the novel was published in 1940, and was written by c. It fuels the flame of doubt and sometimes undermines the believers faith.
Lewis as the perfect conversation companion for the persistent meaningoflife. Boxed together for the first time, here are the signature spiritual works of one of the most celebrated literary figures of our time. In the problem of pain, lewis grapples with the problem of suffering in a world creating by an ultimately good and powerful god. Lewis, the problem of pain compiled by arend smilde. He held academic positions in english literature at both oxford university. The main characters of this christian, non fiction story are. Nov 26, 2014 the problem of pain by c s lewis audiobook why humanity suffer full unabridged. Before doing so, however, he sets the stage, providing. Lewis is that he makes you sure, whatever you believe, that religion accepted or rejected means something extremely serious, demanding the entire energy of the mind. The problem of pain by c s lewis audiobook why humanity suffer full unabridged.
Lewis and the problem of pain by corbin carnell on. Anyway, i loved the the problem of pain when i first read it. The life and faith of cs lewis full movie streaming movies documentary films 2018 duration. The problem of pain, the first of a series of popular works on christian doctrine, was written in 1940, twenty years before his beloved wife, joy davidman, died of cancer in the third year of. Audible provides the highest quality audio and narration. This coincidence was the inspiration for peter kreefts book between heaven and hell.
After listening to this book you will make decisions differently. Lewis, one of the most renowned christian authors and thinkers, examines a universally applicable question within the human cond. The problem of pain answers the universal question, why would an allloving, allknowing god allow people to experience pain and suffering. Lewis is commemorated on 22 november in the church calendar of the episcopal church. The problem of pain by c s lewis audiobook why humanity. Pain is the result of the fall from grace and about how grace restores you much different from curing you. Lewis signature classics contains his seven most popular works mere christianity, the screwtape letters, miracles, the great divorce, the problem of pain, a grief observed, and the abolition of man. Alhough it is perhaps never vitally important to identify and explore lewiss sources, doing so often proves to be a. Free download or read online the problem of pain pdf epub book. If god is good and allpowerful, why does he allow his creatures to suffer pain. In the book lewis considers the problem of suffering from a purely theoretical standpoint. Bestselling author, prominent academic, and soughtafter speaker, dr.
The problem of pain, the first of a series of popular works on christian doctrine, was written in 1940, twenty years before his beloved wife, joy davidman, died of cancer in the third year of their shortlived marriage. Lewiss books, the problem of pain 1940 is full of unreferenced allusions to a great variety of writers. Find all the books, read about the author, and more. Lewiss books, the problem of pain 1940 is full of unreferenced allusions to a. Lewis, he compares the relationship of god and man to that of a dog owner and his dog. The frequent attempt to conceal mental pain increases the burden. The problem of pain read online free from your pc or mobile. Mar 19, 2019 the life and faith of cs lewis full movie streaming movies documentary films 2018 duration. If god is good and all powerful, why does he allow his creatures to suffer pain. God stepped in and carried me along in my weakness, letting me taste his strength, grace, and love in new ways. Lewis, 9780007461264, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide.
Download audiobooks matching keywords cs lewis to your device. Download and keep this book for free with a 30 day trial. Lewis his thoughts on some of the most difficult questions of life. Stream and download audiobooks to your computer, tablet or mobile phone. Lewis offers answers to these crucial questions and shares his hope and wisdom to help. The goal of this book is pretty selfexplanatory by the title. Nov 14, 2012 home commentary the problem of pain and c. The last chapter on animal pain was astonishing and presents theories id never before considered. To do so would be pithy and fail to do justice to the weight of the problem. With his signature wealth of compassion and insight, c. Before doing so, however, he sets the stage, providing background information on what he perceives to be the origins of religion.
Aug 05, 2016 besides reading the book, here are some edifying ways to explore more of the message in lewiss classic work. Lewis is one of those authors i can always turn to when in need of a good read. In this work, lewis starts off with an empathetic understanding that the problem of pain is a difficult one and not something to write off flippantly. Lewis had tasted pain in ways that few can relate to. This boxed set includes new paperback volumes of eight of c. In my pain, he has magnified so many of his attributes.