Hick Apr 2026

: Evil is not a failure of creation but a necessary environment for "soul-making," where moral character is forged through struggle.

: God remains "hidden" to allow humans the freedom to choose to believe and grow without being overwhelmed by divine presence. : Evil is not a failure of creation

Option 1: John Hick’s "Soul-Making" Theodicy (Philosophy/Theology) : Evil is not a failure of creation