According to theism, if a universe is to have any probability of existing, this probability is dependent upon God's beliefs, desires and… — Quentin Smith Copy Share Image
According to theism, if a universe is to have any probability of existing, this probability is dependent upon God's beliefs, desires and creative acts.… — Quentin Smith Copy Share Image
So how do theists respond to arguments like this? [The Argument from Evil] They say there is a reason for evil, but it is… — Quentin Smith Copy Share Image
[This world] exists nonnecessarily, improbably, and causelessly. It exists for absolutely no reason at all. It is inexplicably and stunningly actual . . .… — Quentin Smith Copy Share Image
The thesis that the universe has an originating divine cause is logically inconsistent with all extant definitions of causality and with a logical requirement… — Quentin Smith Copy Share Image
If any spirit created the universe, it is malevolent, not benevolent. — Quentin Smith Copy Share Image