Questions and Answers
What is classical theism's definition of God?
How can God be described in classical theism?
Only through analogy
What does 'ex nihilo' mean in classical theism?
Created the world from nothing
How many causal gods are accepted in classical theism?
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How cannot God be described in classical theism?
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What is one objection to classical theism?
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What does the objection about God's mystery suggest?
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What characteristics does Theistic Personalism attribute to God?
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How is God viewed in relation to humans in Theistic Personalism?
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How does God act according to Theistic Personalism?
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Study Notes
Classical Theism
- God is fundamentally unique, distinct from all creation.
- Descriptions of God rely on analogy due to His incomprehensible nature.
- God created the universe "ex nihilo," meaning out of nothing.
- There is only one causal God, emphasizing monotheism.
- God cannot be fully described in human terms, as His essence transcends human characteristics.
- Objections to classical theism argue that this conception does not align with the characterization of the God in the Bible.
- Critics also state that God's mysterious nature can lead to incoherence in understanding His attributes.
Theistic Personalism
- God shares many characteristics with humans, suggesting relatability.
- God is portrayed as superior to humans, often likened to a superhero in capability and morality.
- This view posits that God actively interacts and acts within the world, making Him more accessible to human experience.
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Explore the contrasting views of classical theism and theistic personalism in this quiz. Understand key concepts such as God's uniqueness, creation ex nihilo, and human-like characteristics assigned to God. Test your understanding of these philosophical perspectives on divine nature.
