Classical theism and the multiverse

Some analytic philosophers of religion argue that theists should embrace the hypothesis of the multiverse to address the problem of evil and make the concept of a “best possible creation” plausible. I discuss what classical theists, such as Augustine, Anselm, and Aquinas, might make of the multivers...

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Main Author: Rogers, Katherin A. 195X- (Author)
Format: Electronic Article
Language:English
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Published: Springer Nature B. V [2020]
In: International journal for philosophy of religion
Year: 2020, Volume: 88, Issue: 1, Pages: 23-39
Standardized Subjects / Keyword chains:B Theism / Paralleluniversum
RelBib Classification:AB Philosophy of religion; criticism of religion; atheism
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