Philosophy Ancient and Midevil
Can we “prove” God’s existence? Consider carefully what you mean by the word “proof”? What level of proof is required or possible? (Consider the fact that in criminal courts we only prove “beyond a reasonable doubt” and in civil trials all we need is a “preponderance of evidence” is something more needed to prove that God exists?) In examining this question you MUST address both Anselm’s proof of God’s existence and the proofs of Thomas Aquinas (there are five of these—you don’t need to address each individually). By “address” here I mean that you should demonstrate that you know these proofs and examine them in light of the questions above