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According to Collins, does the fact that we exist show that our existence is not surprising given atheism?
No, our existence is surprising given atheism
What is the difference between the 'logical' problem of evil and the 'evidential' argument from evil?
The logical problem seeks to show a logical inconsistency between the existence of evil and the existence of God, while the evidential argument seeks to show that the existence of evil makes the existence of God unlikely
What is the free will defense against the problem of evil?
It asserts that humans have the free will to choose between good and evil, and God cannot interfere with this free will without undermining its value
What does the skeptical theist say in response to the problem of evil?
Skeptical theist suggests that due to our limited understanding, we cannot infer God's reasons for allowing certain evils
Test your knowledge of the teleological argument in philosophy with this study guide. Explore Paley's reasoning for inferring a designer from finding a watch in the wilderness, the nature of the teleological argument, and objections raised by Philo and Hume. Delve into the perspectives of Cicero, Aquinas, Paley, and Collins to deepen your understanding of this philosophical concept.
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