Tag: Jonathan Edwards
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Infinite Punishment?
Where and when did the phrase “sin against an eternal, infinite God deserves eternal, infinite punishment” develop? Not from the Bible. The exact wording is modern, but the underlying idea developed in medieval Western theology, then was sharpened and popularized by Jonathan Edwards in the 18th century.
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Does the concept of eternal punishment in hell cause some people to become atheists?
Yes, the concept of eternal punishment in hell is frequently cited as a factor that leads some people to reject theism and embrace atheism. It raises profound moral and logical objections for many, making belief in a loving God difficult. The idea of infinite torment for finite sins strikes many as unjust and disproportionate, portraying…