Suffering & Evil in Judaism

Does God Reward the Good and Punish the Bad?

A concept that accounts for suffering, but also contributes to the problem of its existence.

The Uniqueness of the Holocaust

For some theologians, the evils of the Holocaust were unique; others believe they can be integrated into traditional theological discourse.

Karet: A Biblical Punishment

What does it mean to be 'cut off' from the Jewish people?

Berkovits & Cohen: The Free Will Defense

The deviant use of human freedom, not God, is the source of evil and suffering.

The Covenant: A Relationship with Consequences

At Sinai, the Israelites pledged their allegiance to God and accepted the punishments that would result if they betrayed God.