Satan and the Source of Evil in Christian Theology and Its Relation to Jewish Religious Thought

Abstract

This study explores the concept of the source of evil in Christian theology and its connection to Jewish religious thought, addressing one of the central theological dilemmas: the problem of evil. Focusing particularly on the role of Satan, the research analyzes Christian theological perspectives to determine the primary sources of evil, which are identified as threefold: God/the Father, human beings—through inherited sin and the desires of the soul—and Satan—through deception, temptation, and cunning. The study further reveals that Christian theology has been significantly influenced by Jewish religious thought, particularly concerning the origin, status, abilities, and titles attributed to Satan.