"problem of evil" meaning in English

See problem of evil in All languages combined, or Wiktionary

Proper name

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  1. (philosophy) The argument that an omnipotent and truly benevolent deity would not permit evil. Wikipedia link: problem of evil Categories (topical): Philosophy
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