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The Ontological Argument: Christian and Agnostic Dialogue (Joe Schmid and Gavin Ortlund)

Truth Unites

CHAPTER

Understanding the Ontological Argument

This chapter explores the historical development of the ontological argument for the existence of God, focusing on Anselm's foundational ideas and their evolution through various philosophers. The speakers address key objections to the argument, emphasizing the complexity of existence and the shift from conceptual ideas to assertions of real existence. They also discuss modern adaptations and the ongoing debates that highlight the argument's resilience in philosophical discourse.

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