Design Argument Presentation: Paley's Analogical Argument

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What is the main focus of design arguments like Paley's Analogical Argument?

Dismissing the idea of a purposeful universe

Promoting skepticism about the existence of God

Using empirical evidence to support belief in God (correct)

Proving God's existence with 100% certainty

Why does William Paley use the analogy of a watch in his argument?

To showcase the flaws in design arguments

To criticize the concept of a divine creator

To emphasize the randomness of the universe

To illustrate the order and purpose found in objects (correct)

What does Paley's argument suggest about the order of the watch parts?

It is inconsequential to the functioning of the watch

It proves that watches are flawed creations

It is evidence of a watchmaker's design (correct)

It hinders the watch from working properly

What distinguishes between a stone found while walking and a watch, according to Paley's Analogical Argument?

One requires explanation due to its complexity, and the other does not Signup and view all the answers

What term best describes Paley's approach in using the analogy of a watch in his argument?

Analogical inference Signup and view all the answers

According to Paley's analogy, what is the purpose of the eye?

To see Signup and view all the answers

What principle does Paley use to support the existence of a 'world maker'?

The principle of similar cause, similar effect Signup and view all the answers

What is the main argument behind Paley's 'Design qua regularity' argument?

The regularity of natural phenomena implies the presence of an intelligent mind Signup and view all the answers

According to the Intelligent Design argument, what does the improbability of life on Earth suggest?

It is a product of an intelligent designer Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following arguments is NOT directly based on the idea of 'Design qua specification'?

Paley's 'Design qua regularity' argument Signup and view all the answers

Design Argument Presentation: Paley's Analogical Argument

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What is the main focus of design arguments like Paley's Analogical Argument?

Why does William Paley use the analogy of a watch in his argument?

What does Paley's argument suggest about the order of the watch parts?

What distinguishes between a stone found while walking and a watch, according to Paley's Analogical Argument?

What term best describes Paley's approach in using the analogy of a watch in his argument?

According to Paley's analogy, what is the purpose of the eye?

What principle does Paley use to support the existence of a 'world maker'?

What is the main argument behind Paley's 'Design qua regularity' argument?

According to the Intelligent Design argument, what does the improbability of life on Earth suggest?

Which of the following arguments is NOT directly based on the idea of 'Design qua specification'?

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