Ontological Argument for proof Flashcards
1
Q
Why is being a priori and deductive important?
A
If premises true, conclusion true
2
Q
What does Anselm argue about the statement ‘God exists necessarily’?
A
analytic so true by definition
3
Q
From these what can be said about Anselm’s ontological argument?
A
If the premises are true, it is proof for god’s existence.
4
Q
What does Barth argue?
A
Never intended to be a proof, as it was a result of religious experience, for Christians is a proof as it is an expression for their faith, would not convince an atheist.
