THE PROBLEM OF GOODNESS AND EVIL IN CHRISTIAN ETHICS

Abstract

On the basis of philosophical and ethical literature the concept of "goodness" and "evil" has been analyzed from the standpoint of secular and Christian ethics. It turns out that moral well-being is characterized as a positive phenomenon, and evil – as a negative one. It has been emphasized that Christian ethics considers God as a source of goodness, and a human being as a source of evil being associated with the original sins.It has been stated that goodness and evil exist in dialectical unity, while goodness is endless, whereas evil is finite, they have various forms of manifestation and differences. Moral goodness in Christian ethics acquires the status of all the universality of light, which can spread not only among believers, but also non- believers, it enriches the existence of human being and the whole world, while evil distorts this world. The moral goodness of human beings is realized in their worldview, action activity, as well as opposition to evil. Therefore, it is so important to use various forms, methods, and means in the process of educating true kindness, humanity, human mercy, and love.The problem of moral goodness and evil remains relevant both for secular and Christian ethics. Christian ethics considers God as a source of goodness and evil is a human being who broke God's laws and committed the original sin. Goodness and evil are in dialectical unity, but they are characterized by significant differences. The process of creating goodness requires a constant, well-organized education. At the same time, this process leads to active opposition to evil.It has been determined that philosophers, teachers, psychologists have proven: one of the effective ways of formation goodness is active approach. Creating situations in which a person could do goodness, reveal the kindness of his heart - this is the right path to the formation of moral consciousness, moral relations, and today it is especially necessary.