paley's analogy Flashcards
1
Q
inference :
A
conclusion reached through evidence + reasoning
2
Q
analogy :
A
inference where information is passed from one place to another
3
Q
1.
A
watch has complex parts : each w a function / special purpose ( bronze metal = soft )
4
Q
2.
A
must be evidence for the watchmaker
3.
5
Q
3.
A
similarly universe has parts which function together 4 purpose
6
Q
4.
A
universe > watch in terms of wonder + complexity
7
Q
5.
A
designer must be > human (n non anthropomorphic)
must be GOD ( classical theology)
8
Q
examples of paley’s beliefs :
A
complexity of eyes adapted for vision
fish : gills + fins = adapted to live underwater
birds : wings + feathers = adapted to fly
regularity + complexity of orbits in planets + moons
must be in correct order in order to ‘work’
