
On Being with Krista Tippett Robert Pollack, Rami Nashashibi, Lisa Lampman, Leon Weinstein, and M. Scott Peck — The Problem of Evil
Feb 15, 2002
Rami Nashashibi, a Palestinian American activist from Chicago, joins Holocaust survivors Leon Weinstein and Natalie Gold, along with Lisa Lampman, who works to support crime victims. They discuss the complexities of labeling actions as 'evil,' linking personal narratives to broader societal issues. The conversation dives into forgiveness, moral responsibility, and the necessity of compassion in confronting trauma. They also explore the nuances between natural and moral evil, urging listeners to engage in self-reflection and understand cultural perspectives on humanity's choices.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
Understanding Evil: A Multifaceted Perspective
02:19 • 11min
Confronting Evil: Stories of Pain and Resilience
13:24 • 18min
Forgiveness and Repair After Trauma
31:39 • 3min
Exploring the Duality of Evil: Natural vs. Moral
34:53 • 2min
Free Will and Humanity's Choice
36:37 • 12min
Confronting the Problem of Evil Across Cultures
48:35 • 3min


