Asked by Emily Espinal on Jul 14, 2024
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According to Kierkegaard, what is important is not our conception of God, but
A) the passion with which we believe in him.
B) how plausible our conception is.
C) whether we live an ethically good life
D) how convincing our arguments for God's existence are.
Kierkegaard
Søren Kierkegaard, a Danish philosopher and theologian considered the father of existentialism, known for his critique of Hegel and the concept of individuality.
Conception of God
A conceptual framework or set of beliefs about the characteristics, nature, and roles of a deity or deities.
Ethically Good Life
A life lived in accordance with moral principles and virtues leading to positive and meaningful contributions to society.
- Absorb and convey essential philosophical perspectives on the concept of God and the nature of religious belief, highlighting the contributions of Spinoza, Kierkegaard, Buddhism, and Hegel.
- Examine the role of faith, doubt, and reason within various religious and philosophical frameworks.
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Learning Objectives
- Absorb and convey essential philosophical perspectives on the concept of God and the nature of religious belief, highlighting the contributions of Spinoza, Kierkegaard, Buddhism, and Hegel.
- Examine the role of faith, doubt, and reason within various religious and philosophical frameworks.
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