(April 12, 2016 at 9:15 am)robvalue Wrote: How are you assigning probabilities to the premises? Where are you getting these numbers from?
The fact that they are simple does not imply they are true. In fact, it's a high risk that they are too simple.
No, it's not a proof of God. It's not proof, or evidence, of anything. It's worthless rhetoric with no bearing on reality.
If you want to make up numbers to make yourself feel better, fine. I shall give up now.
Since, the information we have available to us indicates the premise is more likely true that its negation, it is at least 51%. You throw the word "proof" in there to strengthen your objection. It is inductive reasoning--not proof. It is only your opinion that the discussion on a cause of the universe has any bearing on reality. We are made to ask these questions and it has great bearing on our belief system, our desire for purpose, etc.
