The value of Anselm's Ontological Argument for Religious Faith

Question 1

It does have value for faith

Answer 1

-The argument is written as a prayer - it is immersed in the religious language game. It has value for those with faith.

-‘I believe in order to understand’ - Anselm believes that faith precedes understanding. The argument is the result of faith (not the cause of it).

-Karl Barth: Anselm’s argument is about faith, not logic. It is the result of a religious experience - it is designed for people who already have faith.

Question 2

It does not have value for faith

Answer 2

Fideism - faith alone is required in religion.
Faith does not depend on reason. You do not need a logical ‘argument’ to show God’s existence. You should believe by faith alone.

Aquinas - It is impossible to know about the nature of God (e.g. His definition).