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“Shattered by the cumulative effect of so much horror and death, Joan was again afflicted by a crisis of faith. How could a good and benevolent God let such a thing happen? How could He so terribly afflict even children and babies, who were not guilty of any sin?” quote by Donna Woolfolk Cross
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““Shattered by the cumulative effect of so much horror and death, Joan was again afflicted by a crisis of faith. How could a good and benevolent God let such a thing happen? How could He so terribly afflict even children and babies, who were not guilty of any sin?””

Donna Woolfolk Cross

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

A crisis of faith arises when confronting overwhelming suffering and innocent victims.

In simple terms: Questioning God's goodness amid tragedy.

Key Takeaway

Explore compassion and meaning in suffering.

Themes

faith suffering theodicy

Mood

reflective somber

Type

spiritual philosophical

When to use this quote

  • personal loss
  • war
  • natural disaster

Key Concepts

theology philosophy

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can one reconcile faith with pain?
  • What alternatives exist to theodicy?
A Different Perspective

May not account for diverse theological perspectives.

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