Introduction ( Letters to Doubting Thomas )

Introduction ( Letters to Doubting Thomas ) []


  1. OP: Are there proofs in philosophy?
  2. OPA: No. But we use reasoning for guidance.
    1. Purpose is to persuade ourselves.
    2. We hold controversial positions on other things.
    3. Double standard for religion
    4. Makes a clearer understanding
  1. What is 'argument-to-the-best-explation'?
    1. Phenomenon needs explained
    2. Restatement of Occam's razor - consider prior probability
      1. Three types of explanations: