The problem of suffering in the Old Testament
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[INTRODUCTION] We have reason to believe that pain and suffering has accompanied the human family since before the dawn of history. Man has been compelled to give attention
to his misfortunes. From the time of the first calamity
until now, this theme has engaged his attention with an
increasing interest. The recurrence of evil, trouble,
and tribulation not only to the wicked but to the good
became a subject which needed some explanation. To
make this explanation, the mental and spiritual capacities of the religious leaders were taxed to the utmost.
In the following discussion, we shall try to show the
progressive development of the problem of suffering in
the Old Testament as it shows itself more or less
chronologically arranged.
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