PHI 215 Philosophical Issues Question Set 8 - Anselm's Ontological Argument
Based on ANSELM AND AQUINAS ON GOD'S EXISTENCE
30 points

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1.  What two attitudes towards theology were in contention in Anselm's day?
 
 
 
 
 
 
  2.  Briefly state Anselm's rationale for the Christian mystery of the Incarnation. How does this exemplify his position towards theology?
 
 
 
 
 
 
  3.  Briefly state Anselm's ontological argument for the existence of God.
 
 
 
 
 
 
  4.  Do you think this would be convincing even if one did not believe in the existence of God already? Why or why not?
 
 
 
 
 
 
  5.  Briefly state Gaunilo's objection to the argument.
 
 
 
 
 
 
  6.  What additional attribute of God does Anselm adduce in his response to Gaunilo? Does this amount to a different proof as some philosophers contend?