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- The cosmological argument. The cosmological argument is fairly straightforward. A modern version of it reads: Whatever begins to exist must have a cause for its existence.
- The problem of evil. The problem of evil is the most famous argument against the existence of an all-powerful and loving god. It’s also old. For example, it provides the central theme of the Book of Job in the Abrahamic traditions.
- The teleological argument. Also known as “the argument from design,” the teleological argument claims the world’s complexity proves a designer exists. The argument is, again, rather straightforward
- Russell’s teapot. One of the more whimsical arguments against the existence of any gods was put forward by Bertrand Russell. And like any member of the British aristocracy in good standing, the third Earl Russell invoked tea in his argument.
- Scripture and The Existence of God
- Arguments For The Existence of God
- Basic Belief in The Existence of God
- Arguments Against The Existence of God
The Bible opens not with a proof of God’s existence, but with a pronouncement of God’s works: “In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth.” This foundational assertion of Scripture assumes that the reader not only knows already that God exists, but also has a basic grasp of who this God is. Throughout the Old Testament, belief in a crea...
Consider again the two questions mentioned at the outset. (1) Is belief in God true? (2) Is it rationally justified? One appealing way to answer both questions affirmatively is to offer a theistic argumentthat seeks to infer God’s existence from other things we know, observe, or take for granted. A cogent theistic argument, one assumes, would not o...
Still, are any of these arguments actually needed? Does confidence about God’s existence have to be funded by philosophical proofs? Since the Enlightenment, it has often been held that belief in God is rationally justified only if it can be supported by philosophical proofs or scientific evidences. While Romans 1:18–21 has sometimes been taken as a...
Even granting that there is a universal natural knowledge of God, there are unquestionably people who deny God’s existence and offer arguments in their defense. Some have attempted to exposed contradictions within the concept of God (e.g., between omniscience and divine freedom) thereby likening God to a “square circle” whose existence is logically...
Jan 4, 2022 · Yes, God is a person. But, when we say that God is a “person,” we do not mean that He is a human being. We mean that God possesses “personality” and that He is a rational Being with self-awareness. Theologians often define person as “an individual being with a mind, emotions, and a will.”. God definitely has an intellect (Psalm 139: ...
Nov 1, 2024 · Interestingly, the Bible makes no argument for the existence of God. Instead, the Bible assumes God’s existence from the very first few words, “In the beginning, God…”. The biblical writers did not feel a need, apparently, to offer arguments for the existence of God. To deny the existence of God is foolish (Psalm 14:1).
Jan 14, 2024 · In Islam, God is known as Allah. Muslims believe Allah is the one true God, the all-powerful and all-knowing creator, sustainer, and judge of the universe. Some key points about Allah in Islam: Allah has no partners or equals – the core Islamic doctrine is the absolute oneness and unity of God. Allah is eternal, absolute, and transcendent ...
Aug 13, 2024 · While Brahman is not a person in the traditional sense, it is often depicted as having attributes such as consciousness, knowledge, and bliss. In Judaism, God is also seen as a singular entity, referred to as Yahweh or Jehovah. However, there is less emphasis on the personhood of God in Judaism. Rather, God is often described in terms of his ...
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Oct 29, 2021 · In an increasingly secular society, many people today, especially those in public school or higher education, face intense pressure to reject belief in God. In most colleges and universities, especially in the Western world, a great many young men and women who start out believing in God will eventually end up denying His existence.
