The Kalam Cosmological Argument

The Kalam cosmological argument emphasizes that anything that begins to exist must have a cause, asserting that since the universe began to exist, it, too, must have a cause. This argument is illustrated with the analogy of falling dominoes, where the last domino can only fall if prior dominoes have fallen first, indicating that an infinite sequence of events is logically impossible. Additionally, the focus is on the necessity for a first cause that is independent and eternal, negating the idea that everything can be explained by preceding events without an ultimate origin. This philosophical approach is intended to bridge theological discussions between Muslims and Christians, highlighting the shared appreciation for logical reasoning in medieval Islamic thought, particularly influenced by figures like Al-Ghazali.