2c. Content of Philosophy of religion (H573/01) - 2. The Existence of God - Arguments based on reason* — OCR A-Level Religious Studies
2c. Content of Philosophy of religion (H573/01) - 2. The Existence of God - Arguments based on reason* explained
2c. Content of Philosophy of religion (H573/01) - 2.
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The Existence of God - Arguments based on reason* covers 6 specification points, including the ontological argument and Anselm; Gaunilo’s criticisms; Kant’s criticisms. Open a point below for its explanation and revision guidance.
Your focus
- the ontological argument
- details of this argument including reference to: Anselm; Gaunilo’s criticisms; Kant’s criticisms
- whether a posteriori or a priori is the more persuasive style of argument
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- whether or not existence can be treated as a predicate
- whether or not the ontological argument justifies belief
- whether or not there are logical fallacies in this argument that cannot be overcome