The Meaning of Suffering
Publication Type |
Journal Article |
Year of Publication |
1998 |
Author |
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Journal |
Hastings Center Report |
Volume |
28 |
Number |
5 |
Pages |
13-19 |
Language |
English |
Keywords |
affliction (malheur) |
Annotation |
This article focuses on the attempts to find meaning in suffering in the western philosophical and theological traditions. Briefly drawing on the thought of Simone Weil, Emmanuel Levinas and Friedrich Nietzsche, the author argues suffering is not to be justified, only borne. He concludes with a brief discussion of the relationship of this position to the issue of compassion for others who are suffering. |