The ontological argument

In Paul Copan & Chad Meister (eds.), Philosophy of Religion: Classic and Contemporary Issues. Malden, MA: Wiley-Blackwell (2007)
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In this chapter, I overview some important topics in the discussion of ontological arguments. Particular ontological arguments discussed are those of Anselm, Descartes, and Plantinga. I then consider objections from Kant, and the implications of some parodies of these arguments. The chapter concludes with some 'questions for reflection'.

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