Assuming Quote by Philip Clayton
“Open theists affirm the same openness of the future that religious believers assume when they pray and almost all humans assume when they act. The open future is intuitive; but can it be rigorously defended? God in an Open Universe shows that it can. Open theism has always been an attractive view of God; now it becomes a philosophically rigorous one as well.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Open Universe, 2015
Open theism argues that the future is genuinely open, yet can be defended philosophically.
In simple terms: Future is open and rational.
Key Takeaway
Embrace uncertainty with reason.
Themes
philosophy
theology
uncertainty
Mood
analytical
thoughtful
Type
philosophical
theological
When to use this quote
- ethical decision‑making
- scientific forecasting
- personal planning
- spiritual reflection
Key Concepts
open future
free will
modal realism
Questions to Reflect On
- Can an open future coexist with divine knowledge?
- What are the practical implications of an open future?
A Different Perspective
Critics claim open theism undermines divine omniscience.
