Does God Exist? | Prof. Alexander Pruss
The Thomistic Institute
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Exploring Causation and Infinite Regression of Causes
The chapter delves into the concept of causation and the possibility of infinite regression of causes, contrasting modern scientific views with ancient and medieval philosophical perspectives. It discusses paradoxes, including Thompson's Lamp, to illustrate the limitations of infinite causal chains. The chapter concludes by proposing that a powerful, intelligent, supernatural creator could be the first cause of the universe, touching on topics like consciousness, morality, and the concept of time.
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