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In The Problem of Pain, C.S. Lewis, one of the most renowned Christian authors and thinkers, examines a universally applicable question within the human condition: “If God is good and all-powerful, why does he allow his creatures to suffer pain?” With his signature wealth of compassion and insight, C.S. Lewis offers answers to these crucial questions and shares his hope and wisdom to help heal a world hungering for a true understanding of human nature.

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The Problem of Pain answers the universal question, "Why would an all-loving, all-knowing God allow people to experience pain and suffering?" Master Christian apologist C.S. Lewis asserts that pain is a problem because our finite, human minds selfishly believe that pain-free lives would prove that God loves us. In truth, by asking for this, we want God to love us less, not more than he does. "Love, in its own nature, demands the perfecting of the beloved; that the mere 'kindness' which tolerates anything except suffering in its object is, in that respect at the opposite pole from Love." In addressing "Divine Omnipotence," "Human Wickedness," "Human Pain," and "Heaven," Lewis succeeds in lifting the reader from his frame of reference by artfully capitulating these topics into a conversational tone, which makes his assertions easy to swallow and even easier to digest. Lewis is straightforward in aim as well as honest about his impediments, saying, "I am not arguing that pain is not painful. Pain hurts. I am only trying to show that the old Christian doctrine that being made perfect through suffering is not incredible. To prove it palatable is beyond my design." The mind is expanded, God is magnified, and the reader is reminded that he is not the center of the universe as Lewis carefully rolls through the dissertation that suffering is God's will in preparing the believer for heaven and for the full weight of glory that awaits him there. While many of us naively wish that God had designed a "less glorious and less arduous destiny" for his children, the fortune lies in Lewis's inclination to set us straight with his charming wit and pious mind. --Jill Heatherly

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Series: Collected Letters of C.S. Lewis
Paperback: 176 pages
Publisher: HarperOne; Revised ed. edition (April 28, 2015)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 0060652969
ISBN-13: 978-0060652968
Product Dimensions: 5.3 x 0.4 x 8 inches
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Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #4,300 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
- #1 in Books > Religion & Spirituality > Religious Studies > Ethics
- #10 in Books > Christian Books & Bibles > Christian Living > Death & Grief
- #16 in Books > Christian Books & Bibles > Theology > Apologetics

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Great book!

ByLarry Hultquiston July 2, 2017

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C S Lewis is a great author!

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Pain...

Bywebtimedaleyon September 18, 2017

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YES PAIN CAN BE A VERY REAL PROBLEM.....BUT C.S. MAKES SENSE OF IT FOR ME...

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Great Book

ByLafLaon June 27, 2015

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C.S. Lewis is great regardless of your denomination.
When you feel you need to understand more clearly, Lewis is a good place to start.

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Provoking Thought and Glimpses of Glory

ByR. Motton July 24, 2015

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There are no answers in this book; only well-thought out questions. C.S. Lewis serves as a guide into the structure of humanity in relation to God. Be careful. You must be well read and versed in the Greco-Roman view to fully understand the analogies that Lewis puts forth. You will leave this reading with an opened understanding of what it means to be a Christian in "this world."

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eye opening

ByMark T.on December 26, 2014

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CS Lewis takes the concept of pain and twists it in so many ways so as to make the intolerable fact of our existence in a flawed world more understandable. He does not belittle the intensity or the intolerability of pain, but he does, from a logical standpoint, show a kind of purpose or necessity in it.

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Great book. Poor quality printing.

ByPeteron January 16, 2016

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Great book. Poor quality printing (The most recent with the waves on cover). The paper pages are not cut properly so its hard to turn page. I'm thinking about returning to find older printing. Cheap publisher, they need to correct this and reprint. (I rate 5 because of content, 2 star for quality of this printing).

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Some Good answers

ByKindle Customeron April 23, 2015

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Very intellectually styled writing. Took effort to read and understand. I had to retread a lot. However the arguments were both helpful and superbly defended.

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Beautiful

ByDelecty A. Prosenceon February 17, 2013

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I have all of C.S. Lewis's classics, but this copy is both economical and a beautiful piece to give to someone in a time of need. I have a few of these on hand because they are so inexpensive, light, and beautifully put together. This book is easy to read, yet it is full of insightful and beautiful words and meanings. C.S. Lewis is renowned for his writing on Christianity, but you don't have to be a Christian (or a Catholic) to appreciate his works! This book will help all sorts of people in their times of need, and it is a great comfort and peaceful book to have and to give away.

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More philosophical overview of pain.

In this, one of C.S. Lewis’ earliest works after his conversion, Lewis tries his hand on the troublesome problem of pain.Read more

Published 3 days ago by S. Lee

Thought provoking

Perhaps, my favorite of Lewis's for his bravery and clarity in tackling this subject. It remains a mystery, but certain restraints upon God make sense....Read more

Published 24 days ago by Ben Unkle

Another C. S. Lewis classic.

Another C.S. Lewis classic.

Published 26 days ago by j. harrell

C. S. Lewis calls himself a "layman" -- Its a lie!

C.S. Lewis, once again, proves himself the master apologist. This book gives many thought-provoking answers to the Question "Why, if 'God is Love', is there pain and suffering...Read more

Published 1 month ago by Mary Cole

Five Stars

a great book

Published 1 month ago by Rogar of Mooria

Sanity

C.S. Lewis, in his way of expressing thought, makes one feel as if this is the most sensible thing I've ever read. His refreshing logic makes one feel sane.Read more

Published 2 months ago by John D. MCPEAK

Excellent

Love the insight and genius of SC Lewis. A complete smarty pants ... sometimes my ADD gets the better of me, and I have to re-read the heavy writing style but he is funny and...Read more

Published 3 months ago by Kindle Customer

VERY CHEAP QUALITY OF COVER AND PAPER

Love the book, but this printing is super cheap quality. Not recommended if you're giving it to someone.Read more

Published 3 months ago by Oceanside

Five Stars

Great C.S. Lewis work.

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Great read

C.S. Lewis is a philosopher with a great mind. In this book the reader can gain a fresh perspective on what the purpose of pain is used for.

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