Description
*Why Evil Exists* is a course—published by the online academy The Great Courses Plus—that explores what drives human beings to commit acts of cruelty, injustice, and destruction. The course examines the origins of evil, the relationship between good and evil, and the factors that influence human behavior and moral decision-making. You will discover how philosophical ideas, psychological theories, ethical frameworks, and various perspectives on human nature attempt to explain why evil exists and how it manifests in individuals and societies. You will engage with challenging questions regarding free will, personal responsibility, suffering, morality, and the impact of social and environmental conditions on harmful behavior. Through critical thinking and reflective discussion, you will develop a deeper understanding of the forces behind human wrongdoing and the various ways humans have sought to explain its existence.
Whether you are interested in philosophy, psychology, ethics, or the study of human behavior, this course offers a compelling opportunity to explore the nature of evil and to interrogate what it means to be “good.” Spanning 36 lectures, the course traces a path from ancient Eastern myths and Greek philosophy—through the traditions of the Hebrew Bible and Christianity, Islamic theology, Scholasticism, the Renaissance, and the Enlightenment—to 19th-century thinkers such as Kant, Hegel, Marx, and Nietzsche. It then moves on to post-World War II reflections within Protestant, Catholic, and Jewish theology, Hannah Arendt’s concept of the “banality of evil,” and contemporary scientific and empirical studies of evil. This course offers a deep, interdisciplinary exploration of one of the most profound philosophical questions in human history, inviting you to reflect on the nature of hope in a world grappling with evil.
What you will learn in Why Evil Exists:
- The nature and origins of evil.
- *Enuma Elish* — Evil as a cosmic battle.
- Greece — Tragedy and the “Peloponnesian War.”
- Greek philosophy — Human evil and malevolence.
- The Old Testament — Humanity’s rivalry with God.
- and …
Course specifications
Publisher: The Great Courses Plus
Instructors: Charles Mathewes, Ph.D.
Language: English
Level: Introductory to Advanced
Number of Lessons: 36
Duration: 19 hours and 9 minutes
Course topics
Why Evil Exists Prerequisites
None
Pictures
Why Evil Exists introduction video
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