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Proslogion is a philosophical work by Anselm of Canterbury, one of the most important figures in medieval philosophy and theology.
Written as a prayer or meditation, the book is best known for its ontological argument for the existence of God. Anselm begins with the concept of God as "that than which nothing greater can be conceived," and argues that if such a being exists only in the mind, it would not be the greatest conceivable being, as a being that exists in reality is greater.
Therefore, God must exist in reality.
Anselm addresses potential objections to his argument and further elaborates on the nature and attributes of God. The book's concise yet profound exploration of existence and the nature of God has made it a classic text in both philosophy and theology.
Written as a prayer or meditation, the book is best known for its ontological argument for the existence of God. Anselm begins with the concept of God as "that than which nothing greater can be conceived," and argues that if such a being exists only in the mind, it would not be the greatest conceivable being, as a being that exists in reality is greater.
Therefore, God must exist in reality.
Anselm addresses potential objections to his argument and further elaborates on the nature and attributes of God. The book's concise yet profound exploration of existence and the nature of God has made it a classic text in both philosophy and theology.
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