Exploring the Cosmological Argument

What is the main premise of the cosmological argument?

• The universe must have a cause.

• The universe is infinite and self-sustaining.

• Everything in the universe is a result of random chance.

• The universe has always existed without a cause.

Identify one strength of the cosmological argument.

• It relies solely on empirical evidence.

• It dismisses the need for a first cause.

• It focuses exclusively on moral arguments.

• It appeals to the principle of sufficient reason.

What is a common criticism of the cosmological argument?

• It assumes everything must have a cause.

• It proves the existence of multiple universes.

• It relies solely on empirical evidence.

• It is universally accepted by all philosophers.

How does the cosmological argument relate to the concept of causality?

• The cosmological argument asserts that everything has a cause, leading to the necessity of an uncaused cause.

• The cosmological argument only applies to human actions.

• Causality is irrelevant to the cosmological argument.

• The cosmological argument denies the need for any cause.

Can the cosmological argument be reconciled with modern scientific understanding?

• Modern science disproves the cosmological argument.

• The cosmological argument is irrelevant to scientific discussions.

• No, the cosmological argument contradicts modern science.

• Yes, the cosmological argument can be reconciled with modern scientific understanding.