Abstract
Human suffering has transformative potential, both at the individual and community level. This article specifically explores Edward Schillebeeckx’s theological reflections on the transformative dimension of suffering. By highlighting the complexity of suffering and the challenges it poses to Christian faith, the article offers seven reflections from Schillebeeckx’s theological perspective on human suffering, which encourage the faithful to face the “unanswered questions” surrounding suffering with humility and hope. In this context, Schillebeeckx’s theological reflections offer deep insights into the goodness of God, which can encourage Christians to respond to suffering with compassion, resilience, and a commitment to justice. Ultimately, this article invites readers to re-evaluate the relationship between suffering, faith, and the search for spiritual growth in contemporary society.
Recommended Citation
Daeli, Paulinus. 2025. Evil, Suffering, and the Divine: Reassessing Theological Responses in Schillebeeckx's Work. Obsculta 18, (1) : 55-77. https://digitalcommons.csbsju.edu/obsculta/vol18/iss1/8.
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