Descartes' Ontological Argument Flashcards

1
Q

How does Descartes define God?

A

As a supremely perfect being

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2
Q

What is existence part of?

A

The essence of being a supremely perfect being

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3
Q

What is existence?

A

A predicate of God and therefore is an essential part and cannot be separated from God

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4
Q

What is the example Descartes gives?

A

3 angles are necessary predicates of a triangle

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5
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What did Descartes say about God’s existence?

A

It is logical necessity

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