Defenders: Excursus on Natural Theology (Part 7): The Argument from Contingency Part 3

Dive into the fascinating argument from contingency, exploring whether the universe truly needs to exist. Unpack the philosophical implications of identity and change, especially at the particle level. Discover Spinoza's perspective on the universe as a representation of God, and the nuances of necessary versus contingent existence. The episode also tackles misconceptions about nothingness in physics while reflecting on Leibniz's philosophical insights. It wraps up with a celebration of local libraries and a rich discussion on the nature of God.