On the history of the Argument from Design in astronomy
Abstract
The Argument from Design is possibly the oldest attempt to 'prove' the existence of a deity, or, at least, to persuade people that it is reasonable to believe in one. Although the Argument has often been used in the context of biology, its use in the context of astronomy is arguably earlier. In this paper, its history in astronomical contexts is traced from ancient times to modern discussions of the 'fine tuning' of the Universe.
- Publication:
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Journal of Astronomical History and Heritage
- Pub Date:
- April 2017
- Bibcode:
- 2017JAHH...20..119B
- Keywords:
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- Design;
- deity;
- Anthropic Principle